salary$48,890 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Salinas, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,730per year
Top pay (top 10%)$59,550per year
Jobs in the area1,080people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Salinas?
Expensive. Rent of $2,412 a month takes 59.2% 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 Salinas, CA?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Salinas, CA area is $48,890 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $40,730 and $59,550.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Salinas?
Typical rent of $2,412 a month takes 59.2% 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 Salinas, CA metro area.