Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Massachusetts
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$16.84/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Massachusetts is $16.84 per hour. This is 13% lower than the US average of $19.01.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Massachusetts compared to National Averages
$16.84/hour
Massachusetts
13% lower than the US average.
$19.01/hour
United States
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Massachusetts compare to nearby states?
Florida pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $16 per hour, followed by Texas ($13) and North Carolina ($13). Texas has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $18. For comparison, the Massachusetts average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $17 per hour — Florida pays 4% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | $16 | $16 |
| Texas | $13 | $18 |
| North Carolina | $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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