salary$39,250 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Akron, OH area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,540per year
Top pay (top 10%)$45,700per year
Jobs in the area3,170people work this job
Can a nursing assistant afford Akron?
Expensive. Rent of $1,129 a month takes 34.5% of the median nursing assistant salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make in Akron, OH?
The median pay for a nursing assistant in the Akron, OH area is $39,250 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $36,540 and $45,700.
Can a nursing assistant afford to live in Akron?
Typical rent of $1,129 a month takes 34.5% of the median nursing assistant salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Akron, OH metro area.