Nursing Assistants Salary in Southwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $43,790 +10.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.06
10th percentile $35,360
90th percentile $50,260
Employed locally 610
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,360
    25th
    $38,680
    50th (median)
    $43,790
    75th
    $47,180
    90th
    $50,260

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35,380
    Medical Assistants$44,080
    Dental Assistants$46,150
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,980
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$39,440
    Massage Therapists$56,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Southwest Colorado is $21.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.71 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Southwest Colorado is 10.8% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $35,360 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,680.