salary$37,870 a year$18 an hour · median pay in the Springfield, MO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,080per year
Top pay (top 10%)$45,580per year
Jobs in the area1,600people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Springfield?
Expensive. Rent of $1,169 a month takes 37.0% 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 Springfield, MO?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Springfield, MO area is $37,870 a year ($18 an hour). Most earn between $35,080 and $45,580.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Springfield?
Typical rent of $1,169 a month takes 37.0% 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 Springfield, MO metro area.