salary$47,140 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Visalia, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,720per year
Top pay (top 10%)$56,260per year
Jobs in the area1,580people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Visalia?
Expensive. Rent of $1,892 a month takes 48.2% 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 Visalia, CA?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Visalia, CA area is $47,140 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $36,720 and $56,260.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Visalia?
Typical rent of $1,892 a month takes 48.2% 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 Visalia, CA metro area.