Nursing Assistants Salary in Central Oregon

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

Median annual salary $45,240 +14.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.75
10th percentile $38,510
90th percentile $58,120
Employed locally 420
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,510
    25th
    $44,280
    50th (median)
    $45,240
    75th
    $54,690
    90th
    $58,120

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $39,020
    Medical Assistants $46,760
    Dental Assistants $46,860
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $45,500
    Phlebotomists $43,020
    Medical Equipment Preparers $39,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Central Oregon is $21.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.23 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Central Oregon is 14.4% 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 Central Oregon?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $38,510 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,280.