Nursing Assistants Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,540 -5% vs national
Median hourly $18.05
10th percentile $31,750
90th percentile $44,990
Employed locally 1,120
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,750
    25th
    $36,340
    50th (median)
    $37,540
    75th
    $43,220
    90th
    $44,990

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $31,120
    Medical Assistants $38,490
    Dental Assistants $43,680
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $36,200
    Physical Therapist Assistants $61,390
    Phlebotomists $38,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $18.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.89 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 5% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $31,750 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,340.