Nursing Assistants Salary in Amarillo, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Amarillo, TX

Median annual salary $36,020 -8.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.32
10th percentile $29,820
90th percentile $46,990
Employed locally 1,080
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,820
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $36,020
    75th
    $38,520
    90th
    $46,990

    Amarillo economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $66,571 2023 • Census ACS
    Nursing Assistants salary vs area income 54% Median Nursing Assistants salary is 46% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Amarillo?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Amarillo, TX is $17.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.25 or more per hour.

    Is Amarillo above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Amarillo, TX is 8.9% below 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 Amarillo?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $29,820 per year in Amarillo, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.