How much does a nursing assistant make in Fresno?
$44,710a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Fresno, CA metro area. That is $21.50 an hour or $3,726 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.50
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 99 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 3,880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,770Median: $44,710Highest 10%: $49,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,770 | $18.16 | |
| 25th | $40,820 | $19.63 | |
| Median | $44,710 | $21.50 | |
| 75th | $47,020 | $22.61 | |
| 90th | $49,230 | $23.67 |
Other cities in California
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| San Jose, CA | $56,840 |
| San Francisco, CA | $56,080 |
| Napa, CA | $50,370 |
| Santa Rosa, CA | $49,240 |
| Vallejo, CA | $48,900 |
| Salinas, CA | $48,870 |
| San Diego, CA | $48,070 |
| Santa Cruz, CA | $47,940 |
| Sacramento, CA | $47,510 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $47,380 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $47,130 |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | $46,840 |
| Visalia, CA | $46,810 |
| Oxnard, CA | $46,800 |
| Modesto, CA | $46,550 |
| Stockton, CA | $46,530 |
| Riverside, CA | $46,430 |
| Chico, CA | $46,380 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $46,130 |
| Yuba City, CA | $46,130 |
| Hanford, CA | $45,980 |
| Redding, CA | $44,880 |
| Merced, CA | $44,730 |
| El Centro, CA | $44,670 |
Related jobs in Fresno
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $77,000 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,030 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $54,370 |
| Dental Assistant | $50,040 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,570 |
| Massage Therapist | $49,290 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,060 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $47,480 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,500 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $44,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Fresno?
The median hourly pay in the Fresno, CA metro area is $21.50 ($44,710 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Fresno than the national average?
Yes: $44,710 against $42,260 nationally, 6% more.
How does Fresno compare with the rest of California?
The median in California is $47,630, so Fresno pays 6% less.
Where does Fresno rank for nursing assistant pay?
99 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Fresno?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,770 or less a year; the top 10% make $49,230 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.