Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary

$16.20/hour

The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Florida is $16.20 per hour. This is 15% lower than the US average of $18.66.

Last updated on October 1, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Florida compared to National Averages

$16.20/hour

Florida

15% lower than the US average.

$18.66/hour

United States

What cities in Florida pay the most for Certified Nursing Assistants?

Only Miami, Florida reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $16 per hour. For comparison, the Florida average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $16 per hour, roughly in line with Miami, Florida.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Miami, Florida$16$16
What type of Certified Nursing Assistants make the most money in Florida?

Medical Unit and CNA earn the most among Assisting specialties in Florida, both averaging $16 per hour. For comparison, the Florida average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $16 per hour, roughly in line with Medical Unit and CNA.

SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Medical Unit$16$16
CNA$16$16
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Florida compare to nearby states?

Only North Carolina reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $13 per hour. North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $17. For comparison, the Florida average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $16 per hour — North Carolina pays 21% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
North Carolina$13$17
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Florida?

Only University of Miami reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $17 per hour. For comparison, the Florida average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $16 per hour — University of Miami pays 2% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
University of Miami$17$17

Last updated on October 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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