Nursing Assistants Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,260 +4.4% vs national
Median hourly $19.84
10th percentile $34,990
90th percentile $49,920
Employed locally 1,290
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,990
    25th
    $37,660
    50th (median)
    $41,260
    75th
    $44,830
    90th
    $49,920

    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 Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $37,060
    Medical Assistants $41,480
    Psychiatric Aides $61,420
    Dental Assistants $45,240
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $37,560
    Orderlies $37,950

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Capital/Northern New York is $19.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.38 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Capital/Northern New York is 4.4% 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 Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $34,990 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,660.