Nursing Assistants Salary in Mid Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,130 -1% vs national
Median hourly $18.81
10th percentile $35,300
90th percentile $44,370
Employed locally 1,870
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,300
    25th
    $37,170
    50th (median)
    $39,130
    75th
    $42,240
    90th
    $44,370

    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 Mid Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $33,950
    Medical Assistants $39,500
    Dental Assistants $44,500
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,130
    Physical Therapist Assistants $57,250
    Phlebotomists $35,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Mid Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Mid Michigan is $18.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.86 or more per hour.

    Is Mid Michigan above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Mid Michigan is 1% 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 Mid Michigan?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $35,300 per year in Mid Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,170.