Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$13.10/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Tennessee is $13.10 per hour. This is 49% lower than the US average of $19.51.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$13.10/hour
Tennessee
49% lower than the US average.
$19.51/hour
United States
What cities in Tennessee pay the most for Certified Nursing Assistants?
Smyrna, Tennessee, Springfield, Tennessee, and Franklin, Tennessee pay Certified Nursing Assistants the most, along with 2 others, all averaging $14 per hour. Smyrna, Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $18. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — Smyrna, Tennessee, Springfield, Tennessee, and Franklin, Tennessee pay 5% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, Tennessee | $14 | $18 |
| Springfield, Tennessee | $14 | $18 |
| Franklin, Tennessee | $14 | $18 |
| Gallatin, Tennessee | $14 | $18 |
| Dickson, Tennessee | $14 | $18 |
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Pennsylvania pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $15 per hour, followed by Ohio ($14) and Georgia ($13). Pennsylvania also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $19. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — Pennsylvania pays 16% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $15 | $19 |
| Ohio | $14 | $18 |
| Georgia | $13 | $18 |
| North Carolina | $13 | $17 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Tennessee?
Only Gentiva reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $18 per hour. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — Gentiva pays 34% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Gentiva | $18 | $18 |
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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