salary$47,240 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Worcester, MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,960per year
Top pay (top 10%)$59,160per year
Jobs in the area1,770people work this job
Can a medical assistant afford Worcester?
Expensive. Rent of $1,952 a month takes 49.6% 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 Worcester, MA?
The median pay for a medical assistant in the Worcester, MA area is $47,240 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $40,960 and $59,160.
Can a medical assistant afford to live in Worcester?
Typical rent of $1,952 a month takes 49.6% 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 Worcester, MA metro area.