Nursing Assistants Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,590 -4.9% vs national
Median hourly $18.07
10th percentile $33,150
90th percentile $44,990
Employed locally 1,280
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,150
    25th
    $36,240
    50th (median)
    $37,590
    75th
    $42,490
    90th
    $44,990

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$29,650
    Medical Assistants$37,670
    Dental Assistants$43,560
    Physical Therapist Assistants$56,730
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,620
    Phlebotomists$36,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $18.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.87 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 4.9% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $33,150 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,240.