Nursing Assistants Salary in Northern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,410 -7.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.51
10th percentile $30,540
90th percentile $44,900
Employed locally 2,120
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,540
    25th
    $35,490
    50th (median)
    $36,410
    75th
    $38,680
    90th
    $44,900

    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 Northern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$31,500
    Medical Assistants$38,600
    Dental Assistants$47,360
    Psychiatric Aides$43,220
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$33,330
    Physical Therapist Assistants$61,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Northern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northern Indiana is $17.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.37 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Indiana above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northern Indiana is 7.9% 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 Northern Indiana?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $30,540 per year in Northern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,490.