Nursing Assistant Employment Data

Employment of nursing assistants is projected to grow 9% from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for many occupations. As the baby-boom population ages, nursing assistants and orderlies will be needed to help care for an increasing number of older patients.

Nursing Assistants

21,500 – Nursing Assistants in Louisiana

2,580 – Nursing Assistants in the Shreveport/Bossier City area

Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook (April 2020)

Nursing Assistant Salary Data

Location	Average Salary	Average Hourly Wage
Shreveport/Bossier City	$ 24,940	$ 11.99
State of Louisiana	$ 23,340	$ 11.22
Nationwide	$ 29,660	$ 14.25

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