Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Minnesota
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$16.90/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Minnesota is $16.90 per hour. This is 13% lower than the US average of $19.05.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Minnesota compared to National Averages
$16.90/hour
Minnesota
13% lower than the US average.
$19.05/hour
United States
What type of Certified Nursing Assistants make the most money in Minnesota?
Only CNA reports pay data among Assisting specialties in Minnesota, averaging $28 per hour. CNA also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $31. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $17 per hour — CNA earns 68% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| CNA | $28 | $31 |
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Minnesota compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $15 per hour, followed by Missouri ($13). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $19. For comparison, the Minnesota average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $17 per hour — Wisconsin pays 11% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $15 | $19 |
| Missouri | $13 | $17 |
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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