How much does a nursing assistant make in Richmond?
$42,720a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $20.54 an hour or $3,560 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.54
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 133 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 6,660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,910Median: $42,720Highest 10%: $48,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,910 | $16.30 | |
| 25th | $36,560 | $17.58 | |
| Median | $42,720 | $20.54 | |
| 75th | $46,420 | $22.32 | |
| 90th | $48,390 | $23.26 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| Washington, DC | $45,730 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $44,140 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $43,660 |
| Staunton, VA | $42,490 |
| Winchester, VA | $39,970 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $38,990 |
| Roanoke, VA | $38,960 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $38,830 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $37,850 |
| Kingsport, TN | $37,550 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,760 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $73,640 |
| Massage Therapist | $57,730 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,760 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,640 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,370 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,020 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,490 |
| Orderly | $37,560 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $37,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $20.54 ($42,720 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $42,720 against $42,260 nationally, 1% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $43,200, so Richmond pays 1% less.
Where does Richmond rank for nursing assistant pay?
133 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $33,910 or less a year; the top 10% make $48,390 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.