salary$38,780 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Savannah, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$31,520per year
Top pay (top 10%)$46,850per year
Jobs in the area990people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Savannah?
Expensive. Rent of $1,718 a month takes 53.2% 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 Savannah, GA?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Savannah, GA area is $38,780 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $31,520 and $46,850.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Savannah?
Typical rent of $1,718 a month takes 53.2% 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 Savannah, GA metro area.