Nursing Assistants Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,930 -4% vs national
Median hourly $18.24
10th percentile $33,510
90th percentile $46,180
Employed locally 1,160
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,510
    25th
    $35,570
    50th (median)
    $37,930
    75th
    $45,380
    90th
    $46,180

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,180
    Medical Assistants $43,490
    Dental Assistants $51,030
    Physical Therapist Assistants $67,600
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $33,560
    Phlebotomists $42,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Maryland is $18.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.64 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Maryland is 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $33,510 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,570.