Nursing Assistants Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,030 -6.3% vs national
Median hourly $17.80
10th percentile $30,740
90th percentile $45,080
Employed locally 1,990
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,740
    25th
    $35,550
    50th (median)
    $37,030
    75th
    $42,040
    90th
    $45,080

    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 Central Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,370
    Medical Assistants $39,480
    Dental Assistants $46,790
    Psychiatric Aides $45,060
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $33,950
    Phlebotomists $37,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Central Indiana is $17.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.62 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Central Indiana is 6.3% 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 Central Indiana?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $30,740 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,550.