How much does a nursing assistant make in Columbus?
$42,970a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Columbus, OH metro area. That is $20.66 an hour or $3,581 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.66
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 130 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 10,020
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,510Median: $42,970Highest 10%: $47,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,510 | $18.03 | |
| 25th | $38,230 | $18.38 | |
| Median | $42,970 | $20.66 | |
| 75th | $46,030 | $22.13 | |
| 90th | $47,230 | $22.71 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| Dayton, OH | $41,670 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $40,350 |
| Toledo, OH | $39,700 |
| Mansfield, OH | $39,380 |
| Akron, OH | $39,250 |
| Cleveland, OH | $39,010 |
| 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 Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $69,480 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $63,480 |
| Massage Therapist | $57,580 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,760 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $47,160 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,060 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,820 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,140 |
| Phlebotomist | $41,330 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $39,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, OH metro area is $20.66 ($42,970 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Columbus than the national average?
Yes: $42,970 against $42,260 nationally, 2% more.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $39,010, so Columbus pays 10% more.
Where does Columbus rank for nursing assistant pay?
130 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,510 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,230 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.