Certified Nursing Assistant Salary in Phoenix, AZ

Median: $21.77/hour ($45,290/year) — $3,030 (7%) above the national median. Range: $39,050–$46,660.

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Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Certified Nursing Assistant salary guide

The median Certified Nursing Assistant salary in Phoenix, AZ is $21.77/hour ($45,290/year) ($3,030 (7%) above the national median), with a typical range of $39,050–$46,660. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$21.77/hour ($45,290/year)BLS
Range$39,050–$46,660BLS
### Key facts for Certified Nursing Assistant in Phoenix Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Certified Nursing Assistant Salary in Phoenix vs. National Average

25th Pct (Phoenix) $39,050
Median (Phoenix) $45,290
75th Pct (Phoenix) $46,660

National median: $42,260/yr. Phoenix is $3,030 (7%) above the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area (SOC 31-1131, Certified Nursing Assistant).

Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Phoenix, AZ — common questions

How much does a Certified Nursing Assistant make in Phoenix, AZ?
The median Certified Nursing Assistant salary in Phoenix, AZ is $21.77/hour ($45,290/year) ($3,030 (7%) above the national median), with a typical range of $39,050–$46,660 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Phoenix a strong pay market for Certified Nursing Assistants?
At a $45,290 median, Phoenix is $3,030 (7%) above the national median. The U.S. median is $42,260. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Phoenix?
Target employers paying toward the $46,660 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Certified Nursing Assistant openings in Phoenix and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

Certified Nursing Assistant salary in nearby markets

Tucson, AZ ($42,560) · Mesa, AZ ($45,290) · Chandler, AZ ($45,290) · Glendale, AZ ($45,290) · Scottsdale, AZ ($45,290) · Gilbert, AZ ($45,290) · Houston, TX ($37,970) · Philadelphia, PA ($46,220)

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