salary$49,830 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Rochester, MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,990per year
Top pay (top 10%)$60,650per year
Jobs in the area440people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Rochester?
Expensive. Rent of $1,704 a month takes 41.0% 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 Rochester, MN?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Rochester, MN area is $49,830 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $45,990 and $60,650.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Rochester?
Typical rent of $1,704 a month takes 41.0% 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 Rochester, MN metro area.