Nursing Assistants Salary in Western Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,330 +7.1% vs national
Median hourly $20.35
10th percentile $37,340
90th percentile $49,550
Employed locally 1,580
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,340
    25th
    $38,350
    50th (median)
    $42,330
    75th
    $46,220
    90th
    $49,550

    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 Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $33,810
    Medical Assistants $45,600
    Dental Assistants $47,650
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $53,720
    Phlebotomists $42,010
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $30,030

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Western Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Western Wisconsin is $20.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.68 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wisconsin above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Western Wisconsin is 7.1% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,340 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,350.