Nursing Assistants Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $39,990 +1.2% vs national
Median hourly $19.22
10th percentile $36,140
90th percentile $48,930
Employed locally 1,720
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,140
    25th
    $38,100
    50th (median)
    $39,990
    75th
    $44,550
    90th
    $48,930

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$36,740
    Medical Assistants$39,290
    Dental Assistants$46,350
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$37,940
    Physical Therapist Assistants$56,190
    Phlebotomists$40,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Southwest New York is $19.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.80 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Southwest New York is 1.2% 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 New York?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $36,140 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,100.