What are the main factors that influence a Nursing Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Nursing Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Nursing Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Nursing Assistant's salary?

A Nursing Assistant's salary grows with experience: a CNA (0-0 years)earns $35,150, a Nursing Assistant (0-1 years)earns $35,435, a Patient Care Associate (1-3 years)earns $39,271,

What are the highest paying states for a Nursing Assistant?

Nursing Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nursing Assistant roles are District of Columbia $38,800, California $38,600, Massachusetts $38,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Nursing Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Nursing Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Director Of Nursing: $102,108; Assistant Nursing Manager: $96,578; Veterinary Nursing Assistant: $47,205; Geriatric Nursing Assistant: $38,645; Hospice Nursing Assistant: $37,190.

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Nursing Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Nursing Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nursing Assistant in Delaware is $35,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Nursing Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $41,231
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,200 to $38,500
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,106

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Nursing Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,500	$3,208	$740	$19
Average	$35,500	$2,958	$683	$17
25th Percentile	$33,200	$2,767	$638	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Nursing Assistant Salaries

A Nursing Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Nursing Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Nursing Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

CNA (0-0 years): $35,150
Nursing Assistant (0-1 years): $35,435
Patient Care Associate (1-3 years): $39,271

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
CNA	0-0 years	$35,150
Nursing Assistant	0-1 years	$35,435
Patient Care Associate	1-3 years	$39,271

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How Do Nursing Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Nursing Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $38,800.
California: $38,600.
Massachusetts: $38,100.

District of Columbia $38,800 California $38,600 Massachusetts $38,100 Washington $38,000 New Jersey $38,000 Alaska $37,900 Connecticut $37,400 New York $37,200

Hawaii $36,600 Rhode Island $36,300 Maryland $36,100 Minnesota $35,900 Colorado $35,800 Illinois $35,700 Oregon $35,600 Delaware $35,500

New Hampshire $35,400 Virginia $35,300 Pennsylvania $34,900 Nevada $34,700 North Dakota $34,600 Michigan $34,500 Wisconsin $34,500 Vermont $34,400

Maine $34,200 Texas $34,200 Arizona $34,100 Ohio $34,100 Georgia $33,800 Indiana $33,600 Wyoming $33,600 Utah $33,600

Iowa $33,500 Kansas $33,400 Missouri $33,300 Louisiana $33,300 North Carolina $33,300 Florida $33,200 Montana $33,100 Nebraska $33,000

Kentucky $33,000 South Carolina $32,800 Tennessee $32,700 Idaho $32,700 New Mexico $32,500 Oklahoma $32,400 Alabama $32,200 South Dakota $31,800

Arkansas $31,700 West Virginia $31,600 Mississippi $31,300

Top Paying Cities for Nursing Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $35,300
Little Creek: $35,600
Magnolia: $35,500

Lincoln, DE $35,300 Little Creek, DE $35,600 Magnolia, DE $35,500 Milford, DE $35,400 Marydel, DE $35,500 Millsboro, DE $35,200 Millville, DE $35,200 Milton, DE $35,300

Nassau, DE $35,300 Ocean View, DE $35,200 Rehoboth Beach, DE $35,300 Seaford, DE $35,300 Selbyville, DE $35,200 Smyrna, DE $35,600 Viola, DE $35,400 Woodside, DE $35,500

Bear, DE $35,500 Newark, DE $35,400 Claymont, DE $35,500 Delaware City, DE $35,500 Hockessin, DE $35,400 Kirkwood, DE $35,500 Middletown, DE $35,500 Montchanin, DE $35,400

New Castle, DE $35,500 Odessa, DE $35,500 Port Penn, DE $35,500 Rockland, DE $35,500 Saint Georges, DE $35,500 Townsend, DE $35,500 Winterthur, DE $35,500 Lewes, DE $35,300

Wilmington, DE $35,400 Dover, DE $35,600 Dover Afb, DE $35,400 Bethany Beach, DE $35,200 Bethel, DE $35,200 Bridgeville, DE $35,300 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,500 Cheswold, DE $35,600

Clayton, DE $35,600 Dagsboro, DE $35,200 Delmar, DE $35,100 Ellendale, DE $35,200 Felton, DE $35,400 Fenwick Island, DE $35,200 Frankford, DE $35,100 Frederica, DE $35,400

Georgetown, DE $35,200 Greenwood, DE $35,300 Harbeson, DE $35,200 Harrington, DE $35,400 Hartly, DE $35,500 Houston, DE $35,300 Kenton, DE $35,600 Laurel, DE $35,100

Yorklyn, DE $35,500

Nursing Assistant Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Nursing Assistant salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $37,900. While startup companies pay approximate $32,224.

Nursing Assistant Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$32,224
Growth Stage	51~500	$34,037
Established	501~5000	$36,647
Enterprise	5000+	$37,900

Nursing Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Nursing Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 25% above the average. Conversely, Nursing Assistant positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Nursing Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Nursing Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$44,375	$21.0	25%

Nursing Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Nursing Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$33,200

Average $35,500/year

$38,500

$2,767

Average $2,958/month

$3,208

$638

Average $683/week

$740

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Average $17/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,500	$3,208	$740	$19
Average	$35,500	$2,958	$683	$17
25th Percentile	$33,200	$2,767	$638	$16

Nursing Assistant Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Nursing Assistant, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Patient Care Associate role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $39,300 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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