Salary distribution
Where Pennsylvania nursing assistants fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $37,950 and $45,070, with a median of $41,110.
Nursing Assistants pay by experience level in Pennsylvania
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Pennsylvania over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Postsecondary nondegree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.0 / 5
Service Orientation
Technical
- 3.9 / 5
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
- 3.9 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Problem Sensitivity
Ability
- 3.8 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 3.8 / 5
Near Vision
Ability
- 3.6 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
- 3.6 / 5
Social Perceptiveness
Technical
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Turn or reposition bedridden patients.
- 02
Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
- 03
Feed patients or assist patients to eat or drink.
- 04
Position or hold patients in position for surgical preparation.
- 05
Measure and record food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- 06
Document or otherwise report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.
- 07
Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising.
- 08
Remind patients to take medications or nutritional supplements.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+2.3%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for nursing assistants in major Pennsylvania metropolitan areas.
- Philadelphia$43,000
- Pittsburgh$39,220
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Nursing Assistants in Pennsylvania?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Nursing Assistants in Pennsylvania is $41,110.
- How does Pennsylvania compare to the national median for Nursing Assistants?
- The Pennsylvania median is +1.6% versus the BLS national figure of $40,470.
- What is the salary range for Nursing Assistants in Pennsylvania?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $36,270 and the 90th-percentile at $48,100, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Nursing Assistants a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 2.3% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Nursing Assistants?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Postsecondary nondegree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.