salary$35,810 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Montgomery, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$29,570per year
Top pay (top 10%)$44,720per year
Jobs in the area750people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Montgomery?
Expensive. Rent of $1,304 a month takes 43.7% 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 Montgomery, AL?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Montgomery, AL area is $35,810 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $29,570 and $44,720.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Montgomery?
Typical rent of $1,304 a month takes 43.7% 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 Montgomery, AL metro area.