Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Colorado
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$16.34/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Colorado is $16.34 per hour. This is 16% lower than the US average of $18.97.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Colorado compared to National Averages
$16.34/hour
Colorado
16% lower than the US average.
$18.97/hour
United States
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Colorado compare to nearby states?
Texas pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $19 per hour, followed by Kansas ($18) and Nevada ($17). Nevada has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $23. For comparison, the Colorado average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $16 per hour — Texas pays 17% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $19 | $23 |
| Kansas | $18 | $18 |
| Nevada | $17 | $23 |
| New Mexico | $14 | $19 |
Last updated on November 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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