Medical Assistant Salary in Idaho
Medical Assistants in Idaho earn a median of $44,700 a year, or $21.49 an hour. That ranks Idaho #30 of 51 states and is $990 less than the national median.
- Median / year
- $44,700
- Median / hour
- $21.49
- Employed
- 5,250
- National rank
- #30of 51
Pay range in Idaho
Medical Assistant pay by Idaho metro area
| Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Boise City, ID | $46,310 | 2,360 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | $45,370 | 540 |
| Logan, UT-ID | $44,980 | 540 |
| Lewiston, ID-WA | $44,570 | 190 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | $38,370 | 570 |
| Twin Falls, ID | $38,360 | 290 |
| Pocatello, ID | $37,610 | 400 |
FAQ
How much does a medical assistant make in Idaho?
The median annual wage is $44,700 ($21.49 per hour), according to the BLS for May 2025. That is $990 below the U.S. median of $45,690.
What do entry-level medical assistants make in Idaho?
The lowest-paid 10% of Idaho medical assistants earned $35,500 or less ($17.07/hour), a reasonable estimate for new graduates.
Where do medical assistants earn the most in Idaho?
Boise City, ID has the highest metro median at $46,310.
How many medical assistants work in Idaho?
About 5,250 medical assistants were employed in Idaho in May 2025.