Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Texas
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$19.13/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Texas is $19.13 per hour. This is 1% higher than the US average of $18.97.
Last updated on November 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$19.13/hour
Texas
1% higher than the US average.
$18.97/hour
United States
What type of Certified Nursing Assistants make the most money in Texas?
Only CNA reports pay data among Assisting specialties in Texas, averaging $19 per hour. CNA also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $21. For comparison, the Texas average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $19 per hour — CNA earns 3% less.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| CNA | $19 | $21 |
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Texas compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $18 per hour, followed by New Mexico ($14) and Missouri ($13). New Mexico has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $19. For comparison, the Texas average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $19 per hour — Kansas pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $18 | $18 |
| New Mexico | $14 | $19 |
| Missouri | $13 | $17 |
| Mississippi | $12 | $15 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Texas?
Pennant Services pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $21 per hour, followed by Gentiva ($19) and Perm Staff Jobs ($15). Pennant Services also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $24. For comparison, the Texas average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $19 per hour — Pennant Services pays 11% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennant Services | $21 | $24 |
| Gentiva | $19 | $19 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $15 | $21 |
Last updated on November 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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