Nursing Assistants pay in Salem
In Salem (OR), the median pay for nursing assistants is $23.48 an hour ($48,840 a year). About 1,390 people work in this job there.
That is 16% higher than the U.S. median ($42,260). It is 2% lower than the Oregon median ($49,830).
Pay range for nursing assistants in Salem (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.62 | $44,960 |
| 25% of workers | $22.74 | $47,300 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.48 | $48,840 |
| 75% of workers | $28.61 | $59,510 |
| 90% of workers | $29.95 | $62,300 |
Nursing Assistants pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $50,350 | 8,890 |
| Bend | $50,080 | 620 |
| Grants Pass | $49,770 | 420 |
| Salem (this page) | $48,840 | 1,390 |
| Corvallis | $48,830 | 340 |
| Albany | $48,550 | 530 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $48,320 | 1,540 |
| Medford | $47,890 | 1,000 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Salem (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $131,750 |
| Medical Assistants | $50,240 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $45,200 |
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