Nursing Assistants Salary in Northeast Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,520 -27.9% vs national
Median hourly $13.71
10th percentile $24,190
90th percentile $33,820
Employed locally 1,300
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,190
    25th
    $27,240
    50th (median)
    $28,520
    75th
    $29,560
    90th
    $33,820

    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 Northeast Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $20,410
    Medical Assistants $29,990
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $30,590
    Dental Assistants $35,820
    Phlebotomists $30,230
    Physical Therapist Assistants $67,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Northeast Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northeast Louisiana is $13.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $16.59 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Louisiana above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northeast Louisiana is 27.9% 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 Northeast Louisiana?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $24,190 per year in Northeast Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,240.