How much does a Lead Medical Assistant make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lead Medical Assistant in the United States is $87,261. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $69,026 to a high of $108,917, with most professionals earning between $77,716 and $98,596.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Lead Medical Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lead Medical Assistant Salary $69,026 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Lead Medical Assistant Salary $77,716 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Lead Medical Assistant Salary $87,261 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Lead Medical Assistant Salary $98,596 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Lead Medical Assistant Salary $108,917 US April 01, 2025
25% $77,716 10% $69,026 90% $108,917 75% $98,596 $87,261 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Clinic Manager I

    3 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Lead Medical Assistant

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Clinic Manager III

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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