Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
In the United States, the average annual salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is approximately $27,000. Below is a detailed breakdown of salary data:
| Percentile | Hourly Wage | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $21.63 | $45,000 |
| 75th Percentile | $17.31 | $36,000 |
| 50th Percentile | $12.98 | $27,000 |
| 25th Percentile | $6.00 | $12,480 |
| 10th Percentile | $0.01 | $18 |
- Average Hourly Wage: $18
- Bottom 20% Salary: $27,000 annually
- Median Salary: $45,000 annually
- Top 20% Salary:
Comparison of Certified Nursing Assistant Salaries with Similar Careers
Certified Nursing Assistants earn salaries that are generally on par with other healthcare roles. While CNAs typically earn less than surgical technologists, they earn more than medical assistants. The following table presents median salaries for various related careers:
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Surgical Technologist | $30,000 |
| Patient Care Technician | $32,000 |
| Community Health Worker | $28,000 |
| Endoscopy Technician | $27,000 |
| Acute Care Nurse Practitioner | $26,000 |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $27,000 |
| Home Health Aide | $25,000 |
| Psychiatric Technician | $23,000 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technician | $21,000 |
| Medical Assistant | $20,000 |
This comprehensive data provides a clear picture of CNA salaries and how they compare with other healthcare professions across the United States.
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