salary$38,630 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Wichita, KS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,920per year
Top pay (top 10%)$45,710per year
Jobs in the area1,190people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Wichita?
Expensive. Rent of $1,162 a month takes 36.1% 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 Wichita, KS?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Wichita, KS area is $38,630 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $35,920 and $45,710.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Wichita?
Typical rent of $1,162 a month takes 36.1% 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 Wichita, KS metro area.