salary$34,970 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Columbus, GA-AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$29,220per year
Top pay (top 10%)$41,930per year
Jobs in the area1,130people work this job
Can a nursing assistant afford Columbus?
Expensive. Rent of $1,314 a month takes 45.1% 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 Columbus, GA?
The median pay for a nursing assistant in the Columbus, GA-AL area is $34,970 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $29,220 and $41,930.
Can a nursing assistant afford to live in Columbus?
Typical rent of $1,314 a month takes 45.1% 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 Columbus, GA-AL metro area.