salary$45,710 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Worcester, MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,420per year
Top pay (top 10%)$55,640per year
Jobs in the area5,250people work this job
Can a nursing assistant afford Worcester?
Expensive. Rent of $1,952 a month takes 51.2% 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 Worcester, MA?
The median pay for a nursing assistant in the Worcester, MA area is $45,710 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $38,420 and $55,640.
Can a nursing assistant afford to live in Worcester?
Typical rent of $1,952 a month takes 51.2% 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 Worcester, MA metro area.