Nursing Assistants Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $44,240 +11.9% vs national
Median hourly $21.27
10th percentile $38,050
90th percentile $55,940
Employed locally 320
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,050
    25th
    $40,300
    50th (median)
    $44,240
    75th
    $47,520
    90th
    $55,940

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $39,130
    Medical Assistants $48,780
    Dental Assistants $55,880
    Occupational Therapy Assistants $74,880
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $37,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Massachusetts is $21.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.82 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Massachusetts is 11.9% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $38,050 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,300.