Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary

$18.00/hour

The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in New Jersey is $18.00 per hour. This is 7% lower than the US average of $19.18.

Last updated on April 19, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages

$18.00/hour

New Jersey

7% lower than the US average.

$19.18/hour

United States

What cities in New Jersey pay the most for Certified Nursing Assistants?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Elizabeth, New Jersey$18$24
Jersey City, New Jersey$18$24
What type of Certified Nursing Assistants make the most money in New Jersey?
SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Home Health$18$18
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in New Jersey compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
New York$19$25
Maryland$16$20
Pennsylvania$15$19
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in New Jersey?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Insight Global$22$22
BAYADA Home Health Care$18$18

Last updated on April 19, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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