How much does a nursing assistant make in Providence?
$46,330a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $22.27 an hour or $3,861 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.27
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 61 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 13,030
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,220Median: $46,330Highest 10%: $54,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,220 | $18.86 | |
| 25th | $42,830 | $20.59 | |
| Median | $46,330 | $22.27 | |
| 75th | $47,470 | $22.82 | |
| 90th | $54,880 | $26.38 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $72,150 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67,300 |
| Massage Therapist | $60,420 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,460 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,930 |
| Medical Assistant | $47,020 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,430 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $46,010 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $43,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $22.27 ($46,330 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $46,330 against $42,260 nationally, 10% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $46,440, so Providence pays 0% more.
Where does Providence rank for nursing assistant pay?
61 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,220 or less a year; the top 10% make $54,880 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.