Nursing Assistants Salary in Central Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $29,120 -26.3% vs national
Median hourly $14.00
10th percentile $22,770
90th percentile $34,760
Employed locally 1,470
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,770
    25th
    $27,520
    50th (median)
    $29,120
    75th
    $29,960
    90th
    $34,760

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $20,710
    Medical Assistants $29,480
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $28,560
    Dental Assistants $36,070
    Physical Therapist Assistants $67,770
    Phlebotomists $29,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Central Louisiana is $14.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $16.71 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Central Louisiana is 26.3% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $22,770 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,520.