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Medical Assistant in Delaware: Salary, License Requirements, and How to Start

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Delaware employs 2,880 medical assistants, with a statewide median of $44,490 and wide variation by city and experience. Here is the real wage data, the exact Delaware licensing picture, and where to train.

What Medical assistants Earn in Delaware (May 2025)

Delaware median pay: $44,490 (May 2025)
Starting range (10th percentile): $36,540
Experienced (75th percentile): $46,890
Top earners (90th percentile): $57,280
Employed in Delaware: 2,880
U.S. median (for comparison): $42,000 (May 2024)

Wages vary substantially by metro. Median annual pay for medical assistants in major Delaware markets:

Philadelphia: $45,890 (13,150 employed)
Dover: $41,000 (450 employed)

What That Pay Is Worth in Delaware

Prices in Delaware run right about the national average (cost-of-living index 99.8 vs a U.S. baseline of 100, 2024), so the $44,490 median holds roughly its face value.

Job Outlook in Delaware (2024–2034)

Delaware is projected to grow medical assistants employment +16.0%, faster than the +12.5% projected nationally. The state expects about 440 openings a year, counting both growth and workers who retire or move on.

Delaware License and Certification Requirements

No state license; CMA/RMA certification employer-preferred — regulated by the No Delaware state license.

Delaware does not license medical assistants.
Complete a medical assistant program (certificate or associate).
Earn CMA (AAMA) or RMA (AMT) certification — preferred by most clinics and a common stepping stone into nursing.

Official requirements: No Delaware state license →

Training in Delaware

One of the fastest clinic-based entries. Certification and an externship placement are what get you hired.

Real training providers and registered apprenticeships in Delaware include:

Dawn Career Institute LLC — Certificate
Delaware Technical Community College-Terry — Certificate / Associate

Where Medical assistants Work in Delaware

Real Delaware hospitals that employ medical assistants include:

Christianacare — Newark
St Francis Hospital — Wilmington
Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus — Dover
Wilmington VA Medical & Regional Office Center — Wilmington
Delaware Psychiatric Center — New Castle
Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware — Wilmington

Is This the Right Move for You?

Best for: People who want the fastest entry into clinical healthcare and are comfortable with both patient care and administrative tasks.

Think twice if: A pay ceiling in the low-to-mid $40s and a broad scope of low-autonomy tasks sounds frustrating rather than engaging.

Why it's resilient: Medical assistants handle clinical and administrative tasks that require physical presence, patient interaction, and real-time judgment in physician offices and clinics.

First Steps

Look for accredited medical assistant programs at community colleges — many run 9–12 months and include an externship.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do medical assistants make in Delaware?

The median wage for medical assistants in Delaware is $44,490 per year (May 2025, BLS). Entry-level pay (10th percentile) starts around $36,540, and top earners (90th percentile) make about $57,280. Pay varies by metro and years of experience.

What license or certification do you need to become a Medical Assistant in Delaware?

No state license; CMA/RMA certification employer-preferred, overseen by the No Delaware state license. Delaware does not license medical assistants.

Is being a Medical Assistant a good career in Delaware?

Medical assistants handle clinical and administrative tasks that require physical presence, patient interaction, and real-time judgment in physician offices and clinics.

Which Delaware metros pay medical assistants the most?

Among Delaware metro areas, Philadelphia leads at $45,890, followed by Dover ($41,000). Local pay tracks regional demand and cost of living, so the highest-paying metro isn't always the best net move.

Where can I train to become a Medical Assistant in Delaware?

Real Delaware options include Dawn Career Institute LLC, Delaware Technical Community College-Terry. Most medical assistants start with an accredited program, then earn the credential the state or employer requires.

Is Medical Assistant a growing career in Delaware?

Delaware projects medical assistants employment to change +16.0% from 2024 to 2034, with about 440 openings a year — a growing field in the state.

Sources and Verification

Wage data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), Delaware statewide and metro estimates for SOC 31-9092. Licensing summary compiled from the No Delaware state license (2026-06-11). Requirements change — always confirm current rules with the board and verify program costs and outcomes before enrolling.

BLS Occupational Outlook · O*NET Delaware wages · Delaware licensing/certification source

Employment projections: Projections Central / BLS Employment Projections (2024–2034); Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities; Employer lists from CMS Provider of Services, the FAA Part 145 directory, EIA Form 860, and USGS/state EMS registries (2026).

Pay percentiles describe current workers, not entry-level offers; training costs and local demand vary, so verify locally before committing money or quitting a job.