What are the main factors that influence a Nurse Aid'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 Nurse Aid?

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

How does experience change A Nurse Aid's salary?

A Nurse Aid's salary grows with experience: a Nurse Aid (0-0 years)earns $35,317, a Nursing Assistant - Non-certified (0-1 years)earns $35,608, a Patient Care Technician (PCT) (1-3 years)earns $39,468,

What are the highest paying states for a Nurse Aid?

Nurse Aid salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nurse Aid roles are District of Columbia $38,316, California $38,170, Massachusetts $37,662. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Nurse Aid roles make?

Salaries for Nurse Aid level roles vary by specialization: Case Aid: $88,075; Legal Aid: $87,036; School Nurse: $62,454; Teachers Aid: $49,247; Financial Aid: $45,061.

Nurse Aid Salary in Delaware

How much does a Nurse Aid make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nurse Aid in Delaware is $35,045 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $38,477
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,129 to $36,842
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $27,563

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Nurse Aid Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,842	$3,070	$708	$18
Average	$35,045	$2,920	$674	$17
25th Percentile	$31,129	$2,594	$599	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Nurse Aid Salaries

A Nurse Aid'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 Nurse Aid 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 Nurse Aids. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $38,316.
California: $38,170.
Massachusetts: $37,662.

District of Columbia $38,316 California $38,170 Massachusetts $37,662 Washington $37,523 New Jersey $37,509 Alaska $37,461 Connecticut $36,983 New York $36,790

Hawaii $36,170 Rhode Island $35,879 Maryland $35,682 Minnesota $35,412 Colorado $35,308 Illinois $35,274 Oregon $35,142 Delaware $35,045

New Hampshire $34,984 Virginia $34,848 Pennsylvania $34,450 Nevada $34,249 North Dakota $34,184 Michigan $34,080 Wisconsin $34,042 Vermont $33,966

Texas $33,755 Maine $33,741 Arizona $33,720 Ohio $33,696 Georgia $33,377 Indiana $33,218 Wyoming $33,187 Utah $33,139

Iowa $33,118 Kansas $32,952 Louisiana $32,903 North Carolina $32,886 Missouri $32,879 Florida $32,744 Montana $32,671 Nebraska $32,602

Kentucky $32,564 South Carolina $32,426 Tennessee $32,339 Idaho $32,305 New Mexico $32,052 Oklahoma $31,997 Alabama $31,792 South Dakota $31,450

Arkansas $31,263 West Virginia $31,163 Mississippi $30,862

Top Paying Cities for Nurse Aids

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: $34,888
Little Creek: $35,143
Magnolia: $35,092

Lincoln, DE $34,888 Little Creek, DE $35,143 Magnolia, DE $35,092 Milford, DE $34,976 Marydel, DE $35,034 Millsboro, DE $34,741 Millville, DE $34,795 Milton, DE $34,855

Nassau, DE $34,880 Ocean View, DE $34,789 Rehoboth Beach, DE $34,856 Seaford, DE $34,875 Selbyville, DE $34,731 Smyrna, DE $35,167 Viola, DE $35,005 Woodside, DE $35,099

Bear, DE $35,018 Newark, DE $35,005 Claymont, DE $35,077 Delaware City, DE $35,040 Hockessin, DE $35,002 Kirkwood, DE $35,034 Middletown, DE $35,047 Montchanin, DE $35,010

New Castle, DE $35,015 Odessa, DE $35,064 Port Penn, DE $35,088 Rockland, DE $35,014 Saint Georges, DE $35,036 Townsend, DE $35,090 Winterthur, DE $35,018 Lewes, DE $34,869

Wilmington, DE $35,004 Dover, DE $35,143 Dover Afb, DE $34,958 Bethany Beach, DE $34,752 Bethel, DE $34,788 Bridgeville, DE $34,870 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,044 Cheswold, DE $35,132

Clayton, DE $35,133 Dagsboro, DE $34,728 Delmar, DE $34,672 Ellendale, DE $34,778 Felton, DE $34,973 Fenwick Island, DE $34,736 Frankford, DE $34,675 Frederica, DE $35,008

Georgetown, DE $34,715 Greenwood, DE $34,876 Harbeson, DE $34,752 Harrington, DE $34,929 Hartly, DE $35,038 Houston, DE $34,879 Kenton, DE $35,134 Laurel, DE $34,694

Yorklyn, DE $35,013

Nurse Aid Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Nurse Aid 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, Nurse Aid positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Nurse Aid as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Nurse Aid

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$49,064	$24.0	40%

Nurse Aid Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Nurse Aid'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 August 01, 2026

$31,129

Average $35,045/year

$36,842

$2,594

Average $2,920/month

$3,070

$599

Average $674/week

$708

$15

Average $17/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,842	$3,070	$708	$18
Average	$35,045	$2,920	$674	$17
25th Percentile	$31,129	$2,594	$599	$15

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