Medical Assistant Salary in Portland, OR
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$41,263
Hourly Rate
$19.84
/hour
Jobs in Area
639
employed
Medical Assistant Salary Range in Portland, OR
Annual Salary Range
$28k
10th percentile
$33k
25th
$51k
75th
$58k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $27,505 | $13.22 |
| 25th Percentile | $33,070 | $15.90 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $41,263 | $19.84 |
| 75th Percentile | $50,874 | $24.46 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $58,145 | $27.95 |
| Average (Mean) | $45,105 | $21.69 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Medical Assistant salary in Portland, OR is $41,263 per year or $19.84 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Portland, OR Compares
vs National Average
$38,270
vs Oregon Average
$35,410
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$34,733
Cost of living in Portland, OR is 18.8% above the national average.
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