Nursing Assistants Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $37,690 -4.7% vs national
Median hourly $18.12
10th percentile $34,520
90th percentile $44,640
Employed locally 2,570
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,520
    25th
    $37,100
    50th (median)
    $37,690
    75th
    $43,070
    90th
    $44,640

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$28,150
    Medical Assistants$39,510
    Dental Assistants$46,100
    Physical Therapist Assistants$61,870
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$34,920
    Phlebotomists$38,640

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Central Pennsylvania is $18.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.61 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Central Pennsylvania is 4.7% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $34,520 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,100.