Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Missouri
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$12.73/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Missouri is $12.73 per hour. This is 49% lower than the US average of $18.95.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages
$12.73/hour
Missouri
49% lower than the US average.
$18.95/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Certified Nursing Assistants?
North Kansas City, Missouri, Kansas City, Missouri, and Lee's Summit, Missouri pay Certified Nursing Assistants the most, all averaging $14 per hour. North Kansas City, Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $18. For comparison, the Missouri average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — North Kansas City, Missouri, Kansas City, Missouri, and Lee's Summit, Missouri pay 7% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| North Kansas City, Missouri | $14 | $18 |
| Kansas City, Missouri | $14 | $18 |
| Lee's Summit, Missouri | $14 | $18 |
What type of Certified Nursing Assistants make the most money in Missouri?
Only CNA reports pay data among Assisting specialties in Missouri, averaging $18 per hour. For comparison, the Missouri average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — CNA earns 41% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| CNA | $18 | $18 |
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Missouri compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $18 per hour, followed by Illinois ($14) and Tennessee ($13). Illinois has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $19. For comparison, the Missouri average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — Kansas pays 41% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $18 | $18 |
| Illinois | $14 | $19 |
| Tennessee | $13 | $17 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Missouri?
Gentiva pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $18 per hour, followed by Phoenix Home Care & Hospice ($17) and Perm Staff Jobs ($14). For comparison, the Missouri average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — Gentiva pays 41% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Gentiva | $18 | $18 |
| Phoenix Home Care & Hospice | $17 | $17 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $14 | $14 |
Last updated on September 18, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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