salary$44,380 a year$21 an hour · median pay in the Tucson, AZ area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,700per year
Top pay (top 10%)$47,880per year
Jobs in the area2,990people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Tucson?
Expensive. Rent of $1,358 a month takes 36.7% 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 Tucson, AZ?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Tucson, AZ area is $44,380 a year ($21 an hour). Most earn between $37,700 and $47,880.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Tucson?
Typical rent of $1,358 a month takes 36.7% 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 Tucson, AZ metro area.