Nursing Assistants Salary in Northern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $38,250 -3.2% vs national
Median hourly $18.39
10th percentile $35,070
90th percentile $44,440
Employed locally 1,080
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,070
    25th
    $37,260
    50th (median)
    $38,250
    75th
    $42,870
    90th
    $44,440

    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 Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$33,830
    Medical Assistants$39,090
    Dental Assistants$45,010
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,840
    Physical Therapist Assistants$57,200
    Phlebotomists$38,390

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northern Michigan is $18.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.92 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northern Michigan is 3.2% 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 Michigan?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $35,070 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,260.