Nursing Assistants Salary (2025)
Based on 1,448,910 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $33,940 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $37,260 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $42,260 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $47,220 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $51,980 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$34K
25th
$37K
Median
$42K
75th
$47K
90th
$52K
Highest Paying States for Nursing Assistants
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $52,230 |
| Oregon | $52,160 |
| California | $50,190 |
| New Hampshire | $49,290 |
| Alaska | $48,920 |
| New York | $48,800 |
| District of Columbia | $47,930 |
| Massachusetts | $47,700 |
| Maine | $47,510 |
| Colorado | $47,400 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Nursing Assistants salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $52,230 per year, while Colorado has an average of $47,400 — a difference of $4,830. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Nursing Assistants
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1,448,910 workers were employed as Nursing Assistantss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $42,700 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 31-1131