Nursing Assistants Salary in Arizona

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

Median annual salary $41,210 +4.2% vs national
Median hourly $19.81
10th percentile $32,880
90th percentile $49,390
Employed locally 670
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,880
    25th
    $37,210
    50th (median)
    $41,210
    75th
    $46,500
    90th
    $49,390

    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
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $48,510

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,520
    Medical Assistants $44,140
    Dental Assistants $48,480
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $53,910
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,840
    Physical Therapist Aides $40,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Arizona is $19.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.20 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Arizona is 4.2% 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 Arizona?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $32,880 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,210.