"How long does it take to become a medical assistant in Arizona?"

"Most paths into the medical assistant field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"Do medical assistants need a license in Arizona?"

"Yes. Arizona requires state-level licensing or registration for medical assistants, administered by the Naturopathic Physicians Medical Board. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

"What apprenticeships are available for medical assistants in Arizona?"

"In Arizona, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Arizona Department of Economic Security - Registered Apprenticeship, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Medical Assistant in Arizona

Q: "How much do medical assistants earn in Arizona?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), medical assistants in Arizona earned a median annual wage of approximately $45,940. Employment concentration in Arizona is about 1.26 times the national average for this occupation."

Q: "What is the job outlook for medical assistants in Arizona?"

"Arizona currently employs approximately 21,460 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 12.5% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Arizona medical assistants earn a median annual wage of $45,940 ($22.09/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 21,460 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 0.5% above the national median of $45,690 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $45,940 ($22.09/hr)
25th percentile: $40,370 per year
75th percentile: $48,450 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $51,310 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $38,100 per year
Workers employed in Arizona: 21,460
Versus national median: 0.5% above the U.S. median of $45,690
Job concentration: Location quotient 1.26 - this occupation is more concentrated in Arizona than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Arizona employs approximately 21,460 medical assistants according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $45,940 ¹. The state’s concentration of medical assistant jobs is 1.26x the national average, indicating strong demand. Nationally, medical assistant employment is projected to grow 12.5% from 2024 to 2034, with about 112,300 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a medical assistant in Arizona, including certification options, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Medical Assistant in Arizona

How do I become a medical assistant in Arizona? Arizona requires credentials such as Naturopathic Medical Assistant, Homeopathic Medical Assistant. The licensing authority is the Naturopathic Physicians Medical Board ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in Arizona? Yes. Arizona has licensing or registration requirements for medical assistants. The Naturopathic Physicians Medical Board oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do medical assistants earn in Arizona? The median annual wage for medical assistants in Arizona is $45,940 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $38,100 and experienced professionals can earn $51,310 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: Naturopathic Physicians Medical Board
Median wage (Arizona): $45,940 per year ¹

Medical Assistant License Requirements in Arizona

The Naturopathic Physicians Medical Board oversees medical assistant licensing in Arizona ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Naturopathic Medical Assistant	Reference: ARS 32-1559
Homeopathic Medical Assistant	Reference: ARS 32-2939

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Medical Assistant Wages by Metro Area in Arizona

Medical Assistants Wages by Metro Area in Arizona

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), medical assistants wages in Arizona vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler	15,410	$46,830	$46,570	$38,610	$55,100
Tucson	2,990	$44,380	$43,280	$37,700	$47,880
Prescott Valley-Prescott	650	$45,820	$45,340	$37,530	$53,710
Lake Havasu City-Kingman	520	$40,690	$42,370	$37,110	$47,870
Yuma	420	$43,880	$42,880	$36,400	$49,970
Flagstaff	390	$45,490	$47,660	$39,280	$59,900
Sierra Vista-Douglas	240	$42,890	$44,100	$34,970	$58,420

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Medical assistants in Arizona

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest medical assistant employment within Arizona according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler	15,410	$46,830
Tucson	2,990	$44,380
Prescott Valley-Prescott	650	$45,820
Lake Havasu City-Kingman	520	$40,690
Yuma	420	$43,880

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for medical assistants in Arizona? Arizona currently employs approximately 21,460 medical assistants ¹. Nationally, medical assistant employment is projected to grow 12.5% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a medical assistant in Arizona with an out-of-state license? Contact the Naturopathic Physicians Medical Board for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Arizona? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Arizona.

How much do medical assistants earn in Arizona compared to the national average? The median annual wage for medical assistants in Arizona is $45,940, which is $1,740 above the national median of $44,200 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Naturopathic Physicians Medical Board - Licensing Information: https://nd.az.gov/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)