What are the main factors that influence a Nurses 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 Nurses Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Nurses Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Nurses Assistant's salary?

A Nurses Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Nurses Assistant (0-0 years)earns $34,538, a Nursing Assistant - Non-certified (0-1 years)earns $34,819, a Patient Care Technician (PCT) (1-3 years)earns $38,588,

What are the highest paying states for a Nurses Assistant?

Nurses Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nurses Assistant roles are District of Columbia $36,892, California $36,752, Massachusetts $36,262. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Nurses Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Nurses Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Director of Nurses: $169,480; HOMECARE REGISTERED NURSES TELEHEALTH HYBRID BEST RATES: $96,631; RN LPN Agency Nurses All: $88,436; HOMECARE NURSES: $86,955; Substitute Nurses: $83,013.

Nurses Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Nurses Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nurses Assistant in Delaware is $33,743 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $37,689
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,928 to $35,809
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $26,454

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Nurses Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$35,809	$2,984	$689	$17
Average	$33,743	$2,812	$649	$16
25th Percentile	$29,928	$2,494	$576	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Nurses Assistant Salaries

A Nurses 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 Do Nurses 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 Nurses Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $36,892.
California: $36,752.
Massachusetts: $36,262.

District of Columbia $36,892 California $36,752 Massachusetts $36,262 Washington $36,129 New Jersey $36,116 Alaska $36,069 Connecticut $35,609 New York $35,423

Hawaii $34,826 Rhode Island $34,546 Maryland $34,356 Minnesota $34,097 Colorado $33,997 Illinois $33,963 Oregon $33,837 Delaware $33,743

New Hampshire $33,685 Virginia $33,553 Pennsylvania $33,170 Nevada $32,977 North Dakota $32,914 Michigan $32,814 Wisconsin $32,777 Vermont $32,704

Texas $32,501 Maine $32,487 Arizona $32,467 Ohio $32,444 Georgia $32,137 Indiana $31,984 Wyoming $31,954 Utah $31,907

Iowa $31,887 Kansas $31,727 Louisiana $31,681 North Carolina $31,664 Missouri $31,658 Florida $31,528 Montana $31,458 Nebraska $31,391

Kentucky $31,354 South Carolina $31,221 Tennessee $31,138 Idaho $31,104 New Mexico $30,861 Oklahoma $30,808 Alabama $30,611 South Dakota $30,281

Arkansas $30,101 West Virginia $30,005 Mississippi $29,715

Top Paying Cities for Nurses 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: $33,591
Little Creek: $33,837
Magnolia: $33,789

Lincoln, DE $33,591 Little Creek, DE $33,837 Magnolia, DE $33,789 Milford, DE $33,677 Marydel, DE $33,732 Millsboro, DE $33,450 Millville, DE $33,502 Milton, DE $33,560

Nassau, DE $33,584 Ocean View, DE $33,496 Rehoboth Beach, DE $33,561 Seaford, DE $33,580 Selbyville, DE $33,441 Smyrna, DE $33,861 Viola, DE $33,705 Woodside, DE $33,795

Bear, DE $33,717 Newark, DE $33,705 Claymont, DE $33,774 Delaware City, DE $33,738 Hockessin, DE $33,702 Kirkwood, DE $33,732 Middletown, DE $33,745 Montchanin, DE $33,709

New Castle, DE $33,714 Odessa, DE $33,762 Port Penn, DE $33,784 Rockland, DE $33,713 Saint Georges, DE $33,734 Townsend, DE $33,786 Winterthur, DE $33,717 Lewes, DE $33,573

Wilmington, DE $33,703 Dover, DE $33,837 Dover Afb, DE $33,659 Bethany Beach, DE $33,461 Bethel, DE $33,496 Bridgeville, DE $33,575 Camden Wyoming, DE $33,742 Cheswold, DE $33,826

Clayton, DE $33,827 Dagsboro, DE $33,438 Delmar, DE $33,384 Ellendale, DE $33,485 Felton, DE $33,674 Fenwick Island, DE $33,445 Frankford, DE $33,387 Frederica, DE $33,707

Georgetown, DE $33,425 Greenwood, DE $33,580 Harbeson, DE $33,461 Harrington, DE $33,631 Hartly, DE $33,736 Houston, DE $33,583 Kenton, DE $33,829 Laurel, DE $33,405

Yorklyn, DE $33,712

Nurses Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Nurses Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 40% above the average. Conversely, Nurses Assistant positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Nurses Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Nurses Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$47,241	$23.0	40%

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

Understanding how a Nurses 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$29,928

Average $33,743/year

$35,809

$2,494

Average $2,812/month

$2,984

$576

Average $649/week

$689

$14

Average $16/hour

$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$35,809	$2,984	$689	$17
Average	$33,743	$2,812	$649	$16
25th Percentile	$29,928	$2,494	$576	$14

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