Nursing Assistants Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $29,230 -26.1% vs national
Median hourly $14.05
10th percentile $24,770
90th percentile $35,360
Employed locally 1,020
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,770
    25th
    $28,640
    50th (median)
    $29,230
    75th
    $31,250
    90th
    $35,360

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$18,900
    Medical Assistants$30,220
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$30,220
    Dental Assistants$35,930
    Phlebotomists$32,200
    Physical Therapist Assistants$59,240

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Southwest Louisiana is $14.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.10 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Southwest Louisiana is 26.1% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $24,770 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,640.