Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Nevada
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$16.77/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Nevada is $16.77 per hour. This is 16% lower than the US average of $19.51.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Nevada compared to National Averages
$16.77/hour
Nevada
16% lower than the US average.
$19.51/hour
United States
What cities in Nevada pay the most for Certified Nursing Assistants?
Only Las Vegas, Nevada reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $17 per hour. Las Vegas, Nevada also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $25. For comparison, the Nevada average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $17 per hour — Las Vegas, Nevada pays 3% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas, Nevada | $17 | $25 |
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Nevada compare to nearby states?
California pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $18 per hour, followed by New Mexico ($14). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $24. For comparison, the Nevada average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $17 per hour — California pays 5% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $18 | $24 |
| New Mexico | $14 | $19 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Nevada?
Only Gentiva reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $22 per hour. For comparison, the Nevada average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $17 per hour — Gentiva pays 28% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Gentiva | $22 | $22 |
Last updated on November 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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