How much does a nursing assistant make in Salem?
$48,840a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $23.48 an hour or $4,070 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.48
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among cities
- 17 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 1,390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,960Median: $48,840Highest 10%: $62,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,960 | $21.62 | |
| 25th | $47,300 | $22.74 | |
| Median | $48,840 | $23.48 | |
| 75th | $59,510 | $28.61 | |
| 90th | $62,300 | $29.95 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| Portland, OR | $50,350 |
| Bend, OR | $50,080 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $49,770 |
| Corvallis, OR | $48,830 |
| Albany, OR | $48,550 |
| Eugene, OR | $48,320 |
| Medford, OR | $47,890 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $96,080 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $67,090 |
| Dental Assistant | $59,210 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $51,590 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $50,580 |
| Medical Assistant | $50,240 |
| Phlebotomist | $48,160 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,550 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $45,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $23.48 ($48,840 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $48,840 against $42,260 nationally, 16% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $49,830, so Salem pays 2% less.
Where does Salem rank for nursing assistant pay?
17 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,960 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,300 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.