How much does a nursing assistant make in Pittsburgh?
$43,080a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area. That is $20.71 an hour or $3,590 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.71
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 127 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 12,140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,990Median: $43,080Highest 10%: $47,620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,990 | $18.26 | |
| 25th | $38,800 | $18.65 | |
| Median | $43,080 | $20.71 | |
| 75th | $45,900 | $22.07 | |
| 90th | $47,620 | $22.89 |
Other cities in Pennsylvania
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| Philadelphia, PA | $46,220 |
| Reading, PA | $45,530 |
| Lebanon, PA | $45,340 |
| Chambersburg, PA | $45,260 |
| Lancaster, PA | $44,890 |
| York, PA | $44,530 |
| Allentown, PA | $44,360 |
| Scranton, PA | $43,980 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $43,940 |
| Gettysburg, PA | $42,520 |
| Williamsport, PA | $39,830 |
| State College, PA | $39,440 |
| Erie, PA | $39,430 |
| Altoona, PA | $38,870 |
| Johnstown, PA | $38,760 |
Related jobs in Pittsburgh
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $61,900 |
| Massage Therapist | $59,290 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $56,020 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,690 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $47,530 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $44,920 |
| Medical Assistant | $42,840 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $41,670 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $41,660 |
| Phlebotomist | $40,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Pittsburgh?
The median hourly pay in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area is $20.71 ($43,080 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Pittsburgh than the national average?
Yes: $43,080 against $42,260 nationally, 2% more.
How does Pittsburgh compare with the rest of Pennsylvania?
The median in Pennsylvania is $44,590, so Pittsburgh pays 3% less.
Where does Pittsburgh rank for nursing assistant pay?
127 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Pittsburgh?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,620 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.