Nursing Assistants Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $41,250 +4.4% vs national
Median hourly $19.83
10th percentile $35,800
90th percentile $46,810
Employed locally 1,710
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,800
    25th
    $37,810
    50th (median)
    $41,250
    75th
    $45,340
    90th
    $46,810

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $32,030
    Medical Assistants $46,590
    Dental Assistants $45,240
    Phlebotomists $44,520
    Physical Therapist Assistants $60,740
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $34,380

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northeastern Wisconsin is $19.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.56 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 4.4% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $35,800 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,810.