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Nursing Assistants Salary in New York
Ranked #6 of 51 · NY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nursing assistantss in New York earn between $38,450 and $59,890. 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 New York is $48,800, about 14.3% above the U.S. average ($42,700). That works out to roughly $23/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $49,270 | $50,810 | 79,480 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $45,730 | $46,940 | 2,380 |
| Ithaca, NY | $45,640 | $45,170 | 470 |
| Kingston, NY | $44,710 | $45,830 | 540 |
| Binghamton, NY | $44,410 | $43,180 | 1,310 |
| Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area | $44,040 | $43,700 | 1,490 |
| Central East New York nonmetropolitan area | $43,990 | $43,490 | 1,640 |
| Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area | $43,710 | $42,930 | 1,760 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nursing assistants make in New York?
The median nursing assistants salary in New York is $48,590 per year (mean $48,800), and about 80% earn between $38,450 and $59,890.
How much do nursing assistants make per hour in New York?
Roughly $23 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $48,800 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New York a high-paying state for nursing assistants?
New York ranks #6 of 51 states for nursing assistants pay. Its mean salary of $48,800 is about 14.3% above the U.S. average of $42,700.
Which metro areas in New York pay nursing assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New York for nursing assistants are New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ ($49,270), Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY ($45,730), Ithaca, NY ($45,640), by median annual wage.