Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Kansas
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$17.97/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Kansas is $17.97 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $18.67.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Kansas compared to National Averages
$17.97/hour
Kansas
4% lower than the US average.
$18.67/hour
United States
What cities in Kansas pay the most for Certified Nursing Assistants?
Lenexa, Kansas, Overland Park, Kansas, and Kansas City, Kansas pay Certified Nursing Assistants the most, along with 1 other, all averaging $14 per hour. Lenexa, Kansas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $18. For comparison, the Kansas average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $18 per hour — Lenexa, Kansas, Overland Park, Kansas, and Kansas City, Kansas pay 24% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Lenexa, Kansas | $14 | $18 |
| Overland Park, Kansas | $14 | $18 |
| Kansas City, Kansas | $14 | $18 |
| Olathe, Kansas | $14 | $18 |
What type of Certified Nursing Assistants make the most money in Kansas?
Only CNA reports pay data among Assisting specialties in Kansas, averaging $18 per hour. For comparison, the Kansas average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $18 per hour, roughly in line with CNA.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| CNA | $18 | $18 |
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Kansas compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $17 per hour, followed by New Mexico ($14) and Texas ($13). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $22. For comparison, the Kansas average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $18 per hour — Minnesota pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $17 | $22 |
| New Mexico | $14 | $19 |
| Texas | $13 | $18 |
| Missouri | $13 | $17 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Kansas?
Gentiva pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $18 per hour, followed by Phoenix Home Care & Hospice ($17) and Perm Staff Jobs ($15). Perm Staff Jobs has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $18. For comparison, the Kansas average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $18 per hour — Gentiva pays 3% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Gentiva | $18 | $18 |
| Phoenix Home Care & Hospice | $17 | $17 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $15 | $18 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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