Nursing Assistants pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for nursing assistants is $22.52 an hour ($46,830 a year). About 32,400 people work in this job there.
That is 11% higher than the U.S. median ($42,260). New Jersey ranks 10th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for nursing assistants in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.70 | $38,900 |
| 25% of workers | $21.13 | $43,950 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.52 | $46,830 |
| 75% of workers | $23.44 | $48,760 |
| 90% of workers | $26.51 | $55,140 |
Nursing Assistants pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Vineland | $48,890 | 770 |
| Trenton-Princeton | $45,980 | 1,690 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $43,080 | 1,450 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nursing assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 196,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $106,500 |
| Medical Assistants | $47,210 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,160 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $159,310 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $53,610 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $34,430 |
| Psychiatric Aides | $45,780 |
| Paramedics | $86,630 |
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