Nursing Assistants Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,500 -5.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.03
10th percentile $28,560
90th percentile $46,010
Employed locally 2,920
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,560
    25th
    $33,280
    50th (median)
    $37,500
    75th
    $42,640
    90th
    $46,010

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,280
    Medical Assistants $38,160
    Physical Therapist Assistants $61,890
    Dental Assistants $45,040
    Phlebotomists $37,240
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $30,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Southern Ohio is $18.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.55 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Southern Ohio is 5.1% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $28,560 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,280.