salary$48,840 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,960per year
Top pay (top 10%)$62,300per year
Jobs in the area1,390people work this job
Can a nursing assistant afford Salem?
Expensive. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 41.5% 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 Salem, OR?
The median pay for a nursing assistant in the Salem, OR area is $48,840 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $44,960 and $62,300.
Can a nursing assistant afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 41.5% 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 Salem, OR metro area.