How much does a nursing assistant make in Washington?
$49,180a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in Washington. That is $23.64 an hour or $4,098 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.64
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 30,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,500Median: $49,180Highest 10%: $62,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,500 | $20.43 | |
| 25th | $46,980 | $22.59 | |
| Median | $49,180 | $23.64 | |
| 75th | $57,930 | $27.85 | |
| 90th | $62,660 | $30.13 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $51,990 |
| Portland, OR | $50,350 |
| Bremerton, WA | $49,160 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $49,020 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $48,520 |
| Kennewick, WA | $48,060 |
| Olympia, WA | $48,060 |
| Bellingham, WA | $48,040 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $47,990 |
| Longview, WA | $47,830 |
| Spokane, WA | $47,240 |
| Yakima, WA | $47,080 |
| Lewiston, ID | $38,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nursing assistants.
| 1. Oregon | $49,830 |
| 2. Washington | $49,180 |
| 3. New York | $48,590 |
| 4. New Hampshire | $47,870 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $47,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $23.64 ($49,180 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $49,180 against $42,260 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Washington rank for nursing assistant pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays nursing assistants the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $51,990 a year.
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.