Nursing Assistants Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,510 +22.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.32
10th percentile $41,190
90th percentile $65,560
Employed locally 620
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,190
    25th
    $44,250
    50th (median)
    $48,510
    75th
    $57,750
    90th
    $65,560

    Top-paying metros for Nursing Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $56,220
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $53,990
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $50,690
    Boulder, CO $49,390
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $48,520
    Oregon $48,390

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $42,940
    Medical Assistants $54,270
    Dental Assistants $51,520
    Massage Therapists $135,630
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $65,950
    Phlebotomists $55,510

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Alaska is $23.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.36 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Alaska is 22.7% above the national median of $39,530. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Nursing Assistants in Alaska?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $41,190 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,250.