Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary

$17.61/hour

The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in California is $17.61 per hour. This is 37% lower than the US average of $24.05.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in California compared to National Averages

$17.61/hour

California

37% lower than the US average.

$24.05/hour

United States

How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in California compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Idaho$14$18

Last updated on November 17, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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