Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$13.12/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Kentucky is $13.12 per hour. This is 47% lower than the US average of $19.24.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$13.12/hour
Kentucky
47% lower than the US average.
$19.24/hour
United States
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Certified Nursing Assistants?
Only Henderson, Kentucky reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $14 per hour. Henderson, Kentucky also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $18. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — Henderson, Kentucky pays 8% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Henderson, Kentucky | $14 | $18 |
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Illinois pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $21 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($18) and Virginia ($14). Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $24. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — Illinois pays 59% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $21 | $24 |
| Tennessee | $18 | $18 |
| Virginia | $14 | $18 |
| Ohio | $14 | $18 |
| Georgia | $13 | $18 |
| North Carolina | $13 | $17 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Kentucky?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $14 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $15. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 6% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $14 | $15 |
Last updated on November 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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