How much does a nursing assistant make in Phoenix?
$45,290a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $21.77 an hour or $3,774 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.77
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 86 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 13,550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,280Median: $45,290Highest 10%: $59,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,280 | $17.92 | |
| 25th | $39,050 | $18.77 | |
| Median | $45,290 | $21.77 | |
| 75th | $46,660 | $22.43 | |
| 90th | $59,040 | $28.38 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| Prescott Valley, AZ | $45,180 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $44,580 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | $43,140 |
| Tucson, AZ | $42,560 |
| Sierra Vista, AZ | $39,260 |
| Yuma, AZ | $37,860 |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,080 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $64,720 |
| Massage Therapist | $63,080 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,760 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $47,890 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,320 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,830 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,260 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $43,360 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $38,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $21.77 ($45,290 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Phoenix than the national average?
Yes: $45,290 against $42,260 nationally, 7% more.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $44,780, so Phoenix pays 1% more.
Where does Phoenix rank for nursing assistant pay?
86 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,040 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.