Nursing Assistants Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $44,550 +12.7% vs national
Median hourly $21.42
10th percentile $37,080
90th percentile $48,450
Employed locally 1,830
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,080
    25th
    $38,570
    50th (median)
    $44,550
    75th
    $46,200
    90th
    $48,450

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,800
    Medical Assistants $48,690
    Dental Assistants $60,910
    Occupational Therapy Assistants $54,160
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $37,900
    Physical Therapist Assistants $62,490

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Southwest Minnesota is $21.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.75 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Southwest Minnesota is 12.7% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,080 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,570.