CMA Salary Guide: Texas
Average CMA Salary
$29.69/hour
The average salary for a CMA in Texas is $29.69 per hour. This is 1% lower than the US average of $30.05.
Last updated on July 9, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
CMA salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$29.69/hour
Texas
1% lower than the US average.
$30.05/hour
United States
What type of Certified Medical Assistants make the most money in Texas?
Only CMA reports pay data among Assisting specialties in Texas, averaging $30 per hour. CMA also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $31. For comparison, the Texas average for CMAs is $30 per hour, roughly in line with CMA.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| CMA | $30 | $31 |
How does the pay for Certified Medical Assistants in Texas compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays CMAs the most, averaging $28 per hour, followed by Oklahoma ($26) and Missouri ($25). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $29. For comparison, the Texas average for CMAs is $30 per hour — Colorado pays 5% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $28 | $29 |
| Oklahoma | $26 | $26 |
| Missouri | $25 | $25 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for CMA jobs in Texas?
Perm Staff Jobs pays CMAs the most, averaging $22 per hour, followed by CoreCivic ($18). For comparison, the Texas average for CMAs is $30 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 26% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $22 | $22 |
| CoreCivic | $18 | $18 |
Last updated on July 9, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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