Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Alabama
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$11.82/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Alabama is $11.82 per hour. This is 61% lower than the US average of $19.01.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Alabama compared to National Averages
$11.82/hour
Alabama
61% lower than the US average.
$19.01/hour
United States
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Alabama compare to nearby states?
Florida pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $16 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($13) and North Carolina ($13). Tennessee has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $17. For comparison, the Alabama average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $12 per hour — Florida pays 37% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $16 | $16 |
| Tennessee | $13 | $17 |
| North Carolina | $13 | $17 |
| Missouri | $13 | $17 |
Last updated on September 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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