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Nursing Assistants Salary in Arizona
Ranked #19 of 51 · AZ
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nursing assistantss in Arizona earn between $37,100 and $57,820. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean nursing assistants salary in Arizona is $44,820, about 5% above the U.S. average ($42,700). That works out to roughly $22/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Arizona
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $45,290 | $45,270 | 13,550 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $45,180 | $45,950 | 690 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $44,580 | $46,200 | 500 |
| Arizona nonmetropolitan area | $43,590 | $43,470 | 740 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $43,140 | $43,130 | 490 |
| Tucson, AZ | $42,560 | $43,980 | 3,500 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ | $39,260 | $41,080 | 220 |
| Yuma, AZ | $37,860 | $41,170 | 500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nursing assistants make in Arizona?
The median nursing assistants salary in Arizona is $44,780 per year (mean $44,820), and about 80% earn between $37,100 and $57,820.
How much do nursing assistants make per hour in Arizona?
Roughly $22 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $44,820 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Arizona a high-paying state for nursing assistants?
Arizona ranks #19 of 51 states for nursing assistants pay. Its mean salary of $44,820 is about 5% above the U.S. average of $42,700.
Which metro areas in Arizona pay nursing assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Arizona for nursing assistants are Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ ($45,290), Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ ($45,180), Flagstaff, AZ ($44,580), by median annual wage.