Nursing Assistants Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Nursing Assistants in New Jersey earn a median salary of $43,507 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +10.1% vs the national median of $39,530. An estimated 3,810 nursing assistants are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $39,480 to $45,640 depending on location.
$43,507
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$45,640
Highest paying metro
$39,480
Lowest paying metro
3,810
Employed in New Jersey
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Nursing Assistants salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland, NJ | $45,640 | $38,870 | $48,010 | 820 |
| Trenton, NJ | $45,400 | $41,200 | $46,540 | 1,520 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $39,480 | $37,600 | $42,430 | 1,470 |