Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
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 31% lower than the US average of $17.16.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$13.10/hour
Tennessee
31% lower than the US average.
$17.16/hour
United States
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $16 | $16 |
| Virginia | $14 | $18 |
| North Carolina | $13 | $17 |
Last updated on June 18, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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