salary$48,400 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the New Haven, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,190per year
Top pay (top 10%)$62,090per year
Jobs in the area2,220people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford New Haven?
Expensive. Rent of $2,010 a month takes 49.8% 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 New Haven, CT?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the New Haven, CT area is $48,400 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $39,190 and $62,090.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in New Haven?
Typical rent of $2,010 a month takes 49.8% 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 New Haven, CT metro area.