salary$44,680 a year$21 an hour · median pay in the Peoria, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,820per year
Top pay (top 10%)$48,340per year
Jobs in the area710people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Peoria?
Expensive. Rent of $1,152 a month takes 30.9% 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 Peoria, IL?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Peoria, IL area is $44,680 a year ($21 an hour). Most earn between $36,820 and $48,340.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Peoria?
Typical rent of $1,152 a month takes 30.9% 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 Peoria, IL metro area.