How much does a nursing assistant make in Cleveland?
$39,010a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $18.75 an hour or $3,251 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.75
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among cities
- 200 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 13,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,480Median: $39,010Highest 10%: $46,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,480 | $17.06 | |
| 25th | $37,850 | $18.20 | |
| Median | $39,010 | $18.75 | |
| 75th | $45,000 | $21.63 | |
| 90th | $46,710 | $22.46 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| Columbus, OH | $42,970 |
| Dayton, OH | $41,670 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $40,350 |
| Toledo, OH | $39,700 |
| Mansfield, OH | $39,380 |
| Akron, OH | $39,250 |
| Springfield, OH | $38,020 |
| Sandusky, OH | $37,910 |
| Canton, OH | $37,840 |
| Lima, OH | $37,360 |
| Huntington, WV | $37,140 |
| Youngstown, OH | $37,050 |
| Wheeling, WV | $36,910 |
| Weirton, WV | $36,190 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $64,800 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $62,700 |
| Massage Therapist | $54,770 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $48,120 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,800 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,300 |
| Medical Assistant | $43,830 |
| Phlebotomist | $39,750 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $38,860 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $38,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $18.75 ($39,010 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Cleveland than the national average?
No: $39,010 against $42,260 nationally, 8% less.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $39,010, so Cleveland pays 0% more.
Where does Cleveland rank for nursing assistant pay?
200 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,480 or less a year; the top 10% make $46,710 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.