salary$50,240 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$43,630per year
Top pay (top 10%)$62,160per year
Jobs in the area1,090people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Salem?
Expensive. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 40.4% 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 Salem, OR?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Salem, OR area is $50,240 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $43,630 and $62,160.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 40.4% 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 Salem, OR metro area.