Nursing Assistants Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,160 +16.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.19
10th percentile $39,510
90th percentile $56,400
Employed locally 480
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,510
    25th
    $41,520
    50th (median)
    $46,160
    75th
    $48,390
    90th
    $56,400

    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 Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Medical Assistants$48,530
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$37,630
    Dental Assistants$45,750
    Massage Therapists$61,410
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$48,630
    Medical Equipment Preparers$54,290

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Northwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northwest Colorado is $22.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.18 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Colorado above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northwest Colorado is 16.8% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $39,510 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,520.