How much does a nursing assistant make in Springfield?
$40,070a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in the Springfield, IL metro area. That is $19.26 an hour or $3,339 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.26
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 157 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 1,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,050Median: $40,070Highest 10%: $48,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,050 | $18.29 | |
| 25th | $38,520 | $18.52 | |
| Median | $40,070 | $19.26 | |
| 75th | $46,500 | $22.36 | |
| 90th | $48,160 | $23.15 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants.
| Chicago, IL | $46,940 |
| Bloomington, IL | $43,180 |
| Peoria, IL | $43,040 |
| Decatur, IL | $41,990 |
| Rockford, IL | $40,140 |
| Champaign, IL | $39,890 |
| St. Louis, MO | $39,110 |
| Davenport, IA | $38,740 |
| Kankakee, IL | $37,900 |
| Paducah, KY | $37,860 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $36,650 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $66,390 |
| Massage Therapist | $61,280 |
| Dental Assistant | $45,390 |
| Medical Assistant | $45,140 |
| Phlebotomist | $41,420 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $39,780 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $38,050 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $37,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, IL metro area is $19.26 ($40,070 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $40,070 against $42,260 nationally, 5% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $45,960, so Springfield pays 13% less.
Where does Springfield rank for nursing assistant pay?
157 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing assistant make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,050 or less a year; the top 10% make $48,160 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.