Long Term Care CNA Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Long Term Care CNA Salary
$13.12/hour
The average salary for a Long Term Care CNA in Kentucky is $13.12 per hour. This is 32% lower than the US average of $17.29.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Long Term Care CNA salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$13.12/hour
Kentucky
32% lower than the US average.
$17.29/hour
United States
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Long Term Care CNAs?
Only Louisville, Kentucky reports pay data for Long Term Care CNAs, averaging $14 per hour. Louisville, 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 — Louisville, Kentucky pays 7% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville, Kentucky | $14 | $18 |
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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