salary$44,250 a year$21 an hour · median pay in the Syracuse, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,840per year
Top pay (top 10%)$50,800per year
Jobs in the area1,230people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Syracuse?
Expensive. Rent of $1,328 a month takes 36.0% 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 Syracuse, NY?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Syracuse, NY area is $44,250 a year ($21 an hour). Most earn between $35,840 and $50,800.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Syracuse?
Typical rent of $1,328 a month takes 36.0% 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 Syracuse, NY metro area.