Nursing Assistants Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $38,050 -3.7% vs national
Median hourly $18.29
10th percentile $31,410
90th percentile $48,960
Employed locally 2,340
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,410
    25th
    $36,430
    50th (median)
    $38,050
    75th
    $46,130
    90th
    $48,960

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35,330
    Dental Assistants$44,740
    Medical Assistants$39,100
    Phlebotomists$40,560
    Physical Therapist Assistants$64,460
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$34,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in East Central Illinois is $18.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.27 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in East Central Illinois is 3.7% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $31,410 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,430.