Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$15.04/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Wisconsin is $15.04 per hour. This is 27% lower than the US average of $19.05.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$15.04/hour
Wisconsin
27% lower than the US average.
$19.05/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Certified Nursing Assistants?
Only Superior, Wisconsin reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $16 per hour. Superior, Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $20. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $15 per hour — Superior, Wisconsin pays 8% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Superior, Wisconsin | $16 | $20 |
What type of Certified Nursing Assistants make the most money in Wisconsin?
Only CNA reports pay data among Assisting specialties in Wisconsin, averaging $25 per hour. CNA also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $27. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $15 per hour — CNA earns 63% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| CNA | $25 | $27 |
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $17 per hour, followed by Missouri ($13). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $22. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $15 per hour — Minnesota pays 12% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $17 | $22 |
| Missouri | $13 | $17 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Wisconsin?
Only Gentiva reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $20 per hour. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $15 per hour — Gentiva pays 33% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Gentiva | $20 | $20 |
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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