Nursing Assistants Salary in Eastern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,680 -19.9% vs national
Median hourly $15.23
10th percentile $28,840
90th percentile $38,640
Employed locally 1,290
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,840
    25th
    $29,630
    50th (median)
    $31,680
    75th
    $35,900
    90th
    $38,640

    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 Eastern Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $22,250
    Medical Assistants $37,170
    Dental Assistants $36,260
    Physical Therapist Assistants $76,960
    Phlebotomists $36,710
    Occupational Therapy Assistants $79,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Eastern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Eastern Region of Texas is $15.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.57 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Region of Texas above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Eastern Region of Texas is 19.9% 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 Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $28,840 per year in Eastern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,630.