Nursing Assistants Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,530 -27.8% vs national
Median hourly $13.72
10th percentile $23,520
90th percentile $36,660
Employed locally 940
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,520
    25th
    $26,330
    50th (median)
    $28,530
    75th
    $34,440
    90th
    $36,660

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $26,680
    Medical Assistants $30,910
    Dental Assistants $33,510
    Physical Therapist Assistants $57,570
    Phlebotomists $29,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Southwest Alabama is $13.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.86 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Southwest Alabama is 27.8% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $23,520 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,330.