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Nursing Assistants Salary in California
Ranked #3 of 51 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nursing assistantss in California earn between $40,110 and $61,100. 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 California is $50,190, about 17.5% above the U.S. average ($42,700). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $56,840 | $59,370 | 5,350 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $56,080 | $56,700 | 11,790 |
| Napa, CA | $50,370 | $51,930 | 460 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $49,240 | $50,260 | 1,250 |
| Vallejo, CA | $48,900 | $50,690 | 940 |
| Salinas, CA | $48,870 | $49,390 | 1,070 |
| North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $48,080 | $50,440 | 640 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $48,070 | $49,780 | 9,670 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nursing assistants make in California?
The median nursing assistants salary in California is $47,630 per year (mean $50,190), and about 80% earn between $40,110 and $61,100.
How much do nursing assistants make per hour in California?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $50,190 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for nursing assistants?
California ranks #3 of 51 states for nursing assistants pay. Its mean salary of $50,190 is about 17.5% above the U.S. average of $42,700.
Which metro areas in California pay nursing assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for nursing assistants are San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA ($56,840), San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA ($56,080), Napa, CA ($50,370), by median annual wage.