Nursing Assistants Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $42,020 +6.3% vs national
Median hourly $20.20
10th percentile $36,890
90th percentile $48,520
Employed locally 2,530
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,890
    25th
    $38,570
    50th (median)
    $42,020
    75th
    $45,550
    90th
    $48,520

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,720
    Medical Assistants $46,130
    Dental Assistants $59,670
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $42,450
    Phlebotomists $38,520
    Physical Therapist Assistants $62,420

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northwest Minnesota is $20.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.51 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northwest Minnesota is 6.3% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $36,890 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,570.