What are the main factors that influence a CNA Instructor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for CNA Instructor?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for CNA Instructor roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A CNA Instructor's salary?

A CNA Instructor's salary grows with experience: a CNA Instructor (0-0 years)earns $34,447, a Nursing Assistant - Non-certified (0-1 years)earns $34,727, a Patient Care Technician (PCT) (1-3 years)earns $38,486,

What are the highest paying states for a CNA Instructor?

CNA Instructor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CNA Instructor roles are District of Columbia $37,803, California $37,659, Massachusetts $37,157. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CNA Instructor roles make?

Salaries for CNA Instructor level roles vary by specialization: Cna Prn: $58,008; Hospice Cna: $43,091; Lead Cna: $42,106; Cna II: $41,849; Cna Supervisor: $41,588.

CNA Instructor Salary in Delaware

How much does a CNA Instructor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a CNA Instructor in Delaware is $34,576 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a CNA Instructor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $37,936
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,223 to $36,335
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,170

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CNA Instructor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,335	$3,028	$699	$17
Average	$34,576	$2,881	$665	$17
25th Percentile	$31,223	$2,602	$600	$15

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Key Factors That Influence CNA Instructor Salaries

A CNA Instructor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do CNA Instructor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract CNA Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $37,803.
California: $37,659.
Massachusetts: $37,157.

District of Columbia $37,803 California $37,659 Massachusetts $37,157 Washington $37,021 New Jersey $37,007 Alaska $36,959 Connecticut $36,488 New York $36,297

Hawaii $35,686 Rhode Island $35,399 Maryland $35,204 Minnesota $34,938 Colorado $34,836 Illinois $34,801 Oregon $34,672 Delaware $34,576

New Hampshire $34,516 Virginia $34,381 Pennsylvania $33,989 Nevada $33,791 North Dakota $33,726 Michigan $33,624 Wisconsin $33,586 Vermont $33,511

Texas $33,303 Maine $33,289 Arizona $33,268 Ohio $33,245 Georgia $32,930 Indiana $32,773 Wyoming $32,743 Utah $32,695

Iowa $32,674 Kansas $32,510 Louisiana $32,463 North Carolina $32,446 Missouri $32,439 Florida $32,306 Montana $32,234 Nebraska $32,166

Kentucky $32,128 South Carolina $31,992 Tennessee $31,906 Idaho $31,872 New Mexico $31,623 Oklahoma $31,568 Alabama $31,367 South Dakota $31,029

Arkansas $30,844 West Virginia $30,745 Mississippi $30,448

Top Paying Cities for CNA Instructors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $34,420
Little Creek: $34,672
Magnolia: $34,623

Lincoln, DE $34,420 Little Creek, DE $34,672 Magnolia, DE $34,623 Milford, DE $34,508 Marydel, DE $34,565 Millsboro, DE $34,276 Millville, DE $34,329 Milton, DE $34,388

Nassau, DE $34,413 Ocean View, DE $34,323 Rehoboth Beach, DE $34,389 Seaford, DE $34,408 Selbyville, DE $34,266 Smyrna, DE $34,696 Viola, DE $34,537 Woodside, DE $34,629

Bear, DE $34,549 Newark, DE $34,537 Claymont, DE $34,607 Delaware City, DE $34,571 Hockessin, DE $34,533 Kirkwood, DE $34,565 Middletown, DE $34,578 Montchanin, DE $34,541

New Castle, DE $34,546 Odessa, DE $34,595 Port Penn, DE $34,618 Rockland, DE $34,545 Saint Georges, DE $34,567 Townsend, DE $34,620 Winterthur, DE $34,549 Lewes, DE $34,402

Wilmington, DE $34,535 Dover, DE $34,672 Dover Afb, DE $34,490 Bethany Beach, DE $34,287 Bethel, DE $34,322 Bridgeville, DE $34,403 Camden Wyoming, DE $34,575 Cheswold, DE $34,661

Clayton, DE $34,662 Dagsboro, DE $34,263 Delmar, DE $34,208 Ellendale, DE $34,312 Felton, DE $34,505 Fenwick Island, DE $34,271 Frankford, DE $34,211 Frederica, DE $34,539

Georgetown, DE $34,250 Greenwood, DE $34,409 Harbeson, DE $34,287 Harrington, DE $34,461 Hartly, DE $34,569 Houston, DE $34,412 Kenton, DE $34,664 Laurel, DE $34,230

Yorklyn, DE $34,544

CNA Instructor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For CNA Instructor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 40% above the average. Conversely, CNA Instructor positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view CNA Instructor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a CNA Instructor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$48,407	$23.0	40%

CNA Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a CNA Instructor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$31,223

Average $34,576/year

$36,335

$2,602

Average $2,881/month

$3,028

$600

Average $665/week

$699

$15

Average $17/hour

$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,335	$3,028	$699	$17
Average	$34,576	$2,881	$665	$17
25th Percentile	$31,223	$2,602	$600	$15

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