Our data is based on an analysis of 103 recent job postings for Medical Administrative Assistants, Medical Office Assistants, and Medical Secretaries in Southfield.

Medical Administrative Assistant Salary in Michigan by Cities

As of Jul 18, 2026, Southfield is ranked as the Michigan for Medical Administrative Assistant salaries in Michigan with an average salary of $18.07 per hour.

29.2

New York

Bar graph showing Certified Medical Assistant salary data ranked #2 in the United States

29.1

New York

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29.3

New York

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Southfield

18.07

/hr

Detroit

17.86

/hr

Grand Rapids

17.42

/hr

Novi

17.09

/hr

CMAAs vs. Medical Administrative Assistants in Southfield

Certified Medical Administrative Assistants (CMAA) in Michigan earn higher average salaries than those who are only registered

Most employers prefer Certified Medical Administrative Assistants, who have completed a training program and passed a certification exam

Certification in Southfield can be completed in only a few months, and it can be done online

Highest Paying Medical Administrative Assistant Specializations in Southfield

Discover how Medical Administrative Assistant salaries vary depending on your workplace and specialty.

cardiology

17.64

/hr

17.64

/hr

primary care

16.66

/hr

16.66

/hr

dermatology

16.46

/hr

16.46

/hr

urgent care

16.26

/hr

16.26

/hr

pediatrics

16.18

/hr

16.18

/hr

billing

/hr

family medicine

15.97

/hr

15.97

/hr

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Job Openings

Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialists PLLC

Medical Receptionist

Full Time

17.5

/hr

Southfield

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Sure Cure Labs

Medical Receptionist

Full Time

/hr

Southfield

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EAR NOSE AND THROAT CONSULTANTS PC

Medical Receptionist

Full Time

Southfield

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EAR NOSE AND THROAT CONSULTANTS PC

Medical Receptionist

Full Time

Southfield

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Traveling Physician Services

Medical Receptionist

Full Time

Southfield

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Become a Medical Administrative Assistant

Our 3-month, 100% online medical administrative assistant program prepares you to take the NHA's CMAA exam. We offer career coaching and job support services to help you land a full-time job after you earn your certification.

3-Month Course | 100% Online Classes

Prep for your National NHA CMAA Certification

No Clinical Hours Required

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3-Month Course | 100% Online Classes

Prep for your National NHA CMAA Certification

No Clinical Hours Required

1:1 Support from Enrollment to Employment