salary$47,010 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Reno, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,730per year
Top pay (top 10%)$56,910per year
Jobs in the area1,160people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Reno?
Expensive. Rent of $1,783 a month takes 45.5% 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 Reno, NV?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Reno, NV area is $47,010 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $37,730 and $56,910.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Reno?
Typical rent of $1,783 a month takes 45.5% 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 Reno, NV metro area.