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As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nursing Care Assistant in California is $38,805 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.
However, a Nursing Care Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Nursing Care Assistant Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $41,888 | $3,491 | $806 | $20 |
| Average | $38,805 | $3,234 | $746 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $36,108 | $3,009 | $694 | $17 |
Brookdale Senior Living - San Ramon, CA
Interim HealthCare of La Jolla, CA - San Diego, CA
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Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande, CA
A Nursing Care 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.
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 Care Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Nursing Care 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 Care Assistant positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Nursing Care Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $48,506 | $23.0 | 25% |
Understanding how a Nursing Care 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $41,888 | $3,491 | $806 | $20 |
| Average | $38,805 | $3,234 | $746 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $36,108 | $3,009 | $694 | $17 |
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