Nursing Assistants Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $40,170 +1.6% vs national
Median hourly $19.31
10th percentile $36,950
90th percentile $49,320
Employed locally 2,090
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,950
    25th
    $38,370
    50th (median)
    $40,170
    75th
    $45,880
    90th
    $49,320

    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 Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,030
    Medical Assistants $46,360
    Dental Assistants $60,770
    Physical Therapist Assistants $64,260
    Pharmacy Aides $32,240
    Occupational Therapy Assistants $61,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Southeast Minnesota is $19.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.17 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Southeast Minnesota is 1.6% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $36,950 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,370.