salary$37,140 a year$18 an hour · median pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$28,990per year
Top pay (top 10%)$44,100per year
Jobs in the area2,560people work this job
Can a nursing assistant afford Augusta?
Expensive. Rent of $1,458 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 Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a nursing assistant in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $37,140 a year ($18 an hour). Most earn between $28,990 and $44,100.
Can a nursing assistant afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 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 Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.