Nursing Assistants Salary in Eastern Oregon

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

Median annual salary $45,960 +16.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.09
10th percentile $38,550
90th percentile $55,770
Employed locally 440
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,550
    25th
    $39,530
    50th (median)
    $45,960
    75th
    $51,850
    90th
    $55,770

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $37,000
    Medical Assistants $45,230
    Dental Assistants $50,210
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,070
    Phlebotomists $42,460
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $49,490

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Eastern Oregon is $22.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.54 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Eastern Oregon is 16.3% 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 Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $38,550 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,530.