salary$35,930 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Tuscaloosa, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$27,440per year
Top pay (top 10%)$44,920per year
Jobs in the area590people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Tuscaloosa?
Expensive. Rent of $1,248 a month takes 41.7% 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 Tuscaloosa, AL?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Tuscaloosa, AL area is $35,930 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $27,440 and $44,920.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Tuscaloosa?
Typical rent of $1,248 a month takes 41.7% 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 Tuscaloosa, AL metro area.