Nursing Assistants Salary in Northwest Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $38,340 -3% vs national
Median hourly $18.43
10th percentile $31,950
90th percentile $46,260
Employed locally 1,080
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,950
    25th
    $36,570
    50th (median)
    $38,340
    75th
    $43,800
    90th
    $46,260

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $31,040
    Dental Assistants $45,550
    Medical Assistants $44,990
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,380
    Physical Therapist Aides $30,750
    Physical Therapist Assistants $61,350

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northwest Nebraska is $18.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northwest Nebraska is 3% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $31,950 per year in Northwest Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,570.