Nursing Assistants Salary in Modesto, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Modesto, CA

Median annual salary $45,680 +15.6% vs national
Median hourly $21.96
10th percentile $37,530
90th percentile $56,250
Employed locally 1,370
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,530
    25th
    $40,950
    50th (median)
    $45,680
    75th
    $47,340
    90th
    $56,250

    Modesto economic context

    Unemployment rate 6.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $79,661 2023 • Census ACS
    Nursing Assistants salary vs area income 57% Median Nursing Assistants salary is 43% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Nursing Assistants salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $56,220
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $53,990
    Napa, CA $48,070
    Vallejo, CA $47,590
    Salinas, CA $47,500
    Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area $47,470

    Related occupations in Modesto, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$33,380
    Medical Assistants$48,530
    Dental Assistants$48,650
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$48,920
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$38,410
    Medical Equipment Preparers$69,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Modesto?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Modesto, CA is $21.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.96 or more per hour.

    Is Modesto above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Modesto, CA is 15.6% 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 Modesto?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,530 per year in Modesto, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,950.