Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Texas
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$13.43/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Texas is $13.43 per hour. This is 42% lower than the US average of $19.05.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$13.43/hour
Texas
42% lower than the US average.
$19.05/hour
United States
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Texas compare to nearby states?
New Mexico pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $14 per hour, followed by Kansas ($13) and Missouri ($13). New Mexico also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $19. For comparison, the Texas average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — New Mexico pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | $14 | $19 |
| Kansas | $13 | $16 |
| Missouri | $13 | $17 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Texas?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $19 per hour, followed by Gentiva ($19). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $21. For comparison, the Texas average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $13 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 42% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $19 | $21 |
| Gentiva | $19 | $19 |
Last updated on September 23, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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