salary$48,750 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Madison, WI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,500per year
Top pay (top 10%)$58,720per year
Jobs in the area2,080people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Madison?
Expensive. Rent of $1,723 a month takes 42.4% of the median medical assistant salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical assistant make in Madison, WI?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Madison, WI area is $48,750 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $40,500 and $58,720.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Madison?
Typical rent of $1,723 a month takes 42.4% of the median medical assistant salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Madison, WI metro area.