Nursing Assistants Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,200 -3.4% vs national
Median hourly $18.37
10th percentile $32,470
90th percentile $43,890
Employed locally 2,170
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,470
    25th
    $35,100
    50th (median)
    $38,200
    75th
    $42,430
    90th
    $43,890

    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 Eastern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,680
    Medical Assistants $38,650
    Dental Assistants $45,210
    Physical Therapist Assistants $65,580
    Phlebotomists $36,740
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $30,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Eastern Ohio is $18.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.97 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Eastern Ohio is 3.4% 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $32,470 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,100.