Nursing Assistants Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,580 -7.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.59
10th percentile $32,570
90th percentile $43,710
Employed locally 460
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,570
    25th
    $35,600
    50th (median)
    $36,580
    75th
    $38,480
    90th
    $43,710

    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 South Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$34,320
    Medical Assistants$38,500
    Dental Assistants$47,150
    Massage Therapists$45,600
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$36,490
    Physical Therapist Assistants$66,570

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in South Florida is $17.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.71 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in South Florida is 7.5% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $32,570 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,600.