salary$38,910 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Waco, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$33,380per year
Top pay (top 10%)$48,210per year
Jobs in the area690people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Waco?
Expensive. Rent of $1,349 a month takes 41.6% 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 Waco, TX?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Waco, TX area is $38,910 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $33,380 and $48,210.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Waco?
Typical rent of $1,349 a month takes 41.6% 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 Waco, TX metro area.