Nursing Assistants Salary in East South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,150 -3.5% vs national
Median hourly $18.34
10th percentile $29,270
90th percentile $45,880
Employed locally 1,990
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,270
    25th
    $36,060
    50th (median)
    $38,150
    75th
    $42,540
    90th
    $45,880

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,760
    Dental Assistants $48,220
    Medical Assistants $38,870
    Physical Therapist Assistants $50,830
    Phlebotomists $37,850
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $32,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in East South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in East South Dakota is $18.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.36 or more per hour.

    Is East South Dakota above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in East South Dakota is 3.5% 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 South Dakota?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $29,270 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,060.