salary$36,330 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$29,880per year
Top pay (top 10%)$45,860per year
Jobs in the area1,110people work this job
Can a nursing assistant afford Athens?
Expensive. Rent of $1,426 a month takes 47.1% 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 Athens, GA?
The median pay for a nursing assistant in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area is $36,330 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $29,880 and $45,860.
Can a nursing assistant afford to live in Athens?
Typical rent of $1,426 a month takes 47.1% 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 Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area.