Nursing Assistants Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $38,500 -2.6% vs national
Median hourly $18.51
10th percentile $31,550
90th percentile $48,600
Employed locally 1,770
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,550
    25th
    $35,900
    50th (median)
    $38,500
    75th
    $46,490
    90th
    $48,600

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35,820
    Dental Assistants$45,850
    Medical Assistants$37,460
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$36,380
    Phlebotomists$38,620
    Physical Therapist Assistants$62,730

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northwest Illinois is $18.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northwest Illinois is 2.6% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $31,550 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,900.