How much does a nursing assistant make in Peoria?
$43,040a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Peoria, IL metro area. That is $20.69 an hour or $3,587 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.69
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 128 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 2,740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,110Median: $43,040Highest 10%: $48,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,110 | $17.84 | |
| 25th | $38,000 | $18.27 | |
| Median | $43,040 | $20.69 | |
| 75th | $45,640 | $21.94 | |
| 90th | $48,960 | $23.54 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| Chicago, IL | $46,940 |
| Bloomington, IL | $43,180 |
| Decatur, IL | $41,990 |
| Rockford, IL | $40,140 |
| Springfield, IL | $40,070 |
| Champaign, IL | $39,890 |
| St. Louis, MO | $39,110 |
| Davenport, IA | $38,740 |
| Kankakee, IL | $37,900 |
| Paducah, KY | $37,860 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $36,650 |
Related jobs in Peoria
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $61,120 |
| Massage Therapist | $56,270 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $55,210 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $48,160 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,280 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,610 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,680 |
| Phlebotomist | $44,020 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $36,330 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $35,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Peoria?
The median hourly pay in the Peoria, IL metro area is $20.69 ($43,040 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Peoria than the national average?
Yes: $43,040 against $42,260 nationally, 2% more.
How does Peoria compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $45,960, so Peoria pays 6% less.
Where does Peoria rank for nursing assistant pay?
128 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Peoria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,110 or less a year; the top 10% make $48,960 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.