salary$46,380 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Chico, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,860per year
Top pay (top 10%)$56,620per year
Jobs in the area790people work this job
Can a nursing assistant afford Chico?
Expensive. Rent of $1,675 a month takes 43.3% 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 Chico, CA?
The median pay for a nursing assistant in the Chico, CA area is $46,380 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $38,860 and $56,620.
Can a nursing assistant afford to live in Chico?
Typical rent of $1,675 a month takes 43.3% 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 Chico, CA metro area.