How much does a nursing assistant make in Cleveland?
$37,130a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Cleveland, TN metro area. That is $17.85 an hour or $3,094 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.85
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among cities
- 285 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,400Median: $37,130Highest 10%: $37,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,400 | $14.62 | |
| 25th | $35,740 | $17.18 | |
| Median | $37,130 | $17.85 | |
| 75th | $37,440 | $18.00 | |
| 90th | $37,920 | $18.23 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| Nashville, TN | $39,510 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $38,790 |
| Memphis, TN | $38,010 |
| Knoxville, TN | $38,000 |
| Morristown, TN | $37,620 |
| Kingsport, TN | $37,550 |
| Clarksville, TN | $37,320 |
| Johnson City, TN | $37,310 |
| Jackson, TN | $36,900 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Dental Assistant | $45,230 |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $31,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, TN metro area is $17.85 ($37,130 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Cleveland than the national average?
No: $37,130 against $42,260 nationally, 12% less.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $37,990, so Cleveland pays 2% less.
Where does Cleveland rank for nursing assistant pay?
285 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $37,920 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.