What are the main factors that influence a Certified Nurse Aide'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 Certified Nurse Aide?

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

How does experience change A Certified Nurse Aide's salary?

A Certified Nurse Aide's salary grows with experience: a Certified Nurse Aide (0-0 years)earns $34,303, a Nursing Assistant - Non-certified (0-1 years)earns $34,581, a Patient Care Technician (PCT) (1-3 years)earns $38,325,

What are the highest paying states for a Certified Nurse Aide?

Certified Nurse Aide salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certified Nurse Aide roles are District of Columbia $37,216, California $37,075, Massachusetts $36,581. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Certified Nurse Aide roles make?

Salaries for Certified Nurse Aide level roles vary by specialization: Certified Nurse Midwife: $112,475; Certified Medication Aide (CMA): $39,600; Certified Registered Medication Aide: $39,590; Certified Medicine Aide: $38,356; Certified Medication Aide: $38,110.

Certified Nurse Aide Salary in Delaware

How much does a Certified Nurse Aide make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Nurse Aide in Delaware is $34,040 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

However, a Certified Nurse Aide's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $37,396
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,250 to $35,796
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $26,800

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Certified Nurse Aide Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$35,796	$2,983	$688	$17
Average	$34,040	$2,837	$655	$16
25th Percentile	$30,250	$2,521	$582	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Certified Nurse Aide Salaries

A Certified Nurse Aide'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 Certified Nurse Aide 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 Certified Nurse Aides. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $37,216.
California: $37,075.
Massachusetts: $36,581.

District of Columbia $37,216 California $37,075 Massachusetts $36,581 Washington $36,446 New Jersey $36,433 Alaska $36,386 Connecticut $35,922 New York $35,734

Hawaii $35,132 Rhode Island $34,850 Maryland $34,658 Minnesota $34,396 Colorado $34,295 Illinois $34,261 Oregon $34,134 Delaware $34,040

New Hampshire $33,980 Virginia $33,848 Pennsylvania $33,461 Nevada $33,266 North Dakota $33,203 Michigan $33,102 Wisconsin $33,065 Vermont $32,991

Texas $32,786 Maine $32,772 Arizona $32,752 Ohio $32,729 Georgia $32,419 Indiana $32,265 Wyoming $32,235 Utah $32,188

Iowa $32,167 Kansas $32,006 Louisiana $31,959 North Carolina $31,942 Missouri $31,935 Florida $31,804 Montana $31,734 Nebraska $31,667

Kentucky $31,630 South Carolina $31,495 Tennessee $31,411 Idaho $31,377 New Mexico $31,132 Oklahoma $31,078 Alabama $30,880 South Dakota $30,547

Arkansas $30,366 West Virginia $30,268 Mississippi $29,976

Top Paying Cities for Certified Nurse Aides

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: $33,886
Little Creek: $34,134
Magnolia: $34,085

Lincoln, DE $33,886 Little Creek, DE $34,134 Magnolia, DE $34,085 Milford, DE $33,972 Marydel, DE $34,028 Millsboro, DE $33,744 Millville, DE $33,796 Milton, DE $33,855

Nassau, DE $33,879 Ocean View, DE $33,791 Rehoboth Beach, DE $33,855 Seaford, DE $33,875 Selbyville, DE $33,734 Smyrna, DE $34,158 Viola, DE $34,001 Woodside, DE $34,092

Bear, DE $34,013 Newark, DE $34,001 Claymont, DE $34,070 Delaware City, DE $34,035 Hockessin, DE $33,998 Kirkwood, DE $34,028 Middletown, DE $34,041 Montchanin, DE $34,005

New Castle, DE $34,010 Odessa, DE $34,058 Port Penn, DE $34,081 Rockland, DE $34,009 Saint Georges, DE $34,031 Townsend, DE $34,083 Winterthur, DE $34,013 Lewes, DE $33,868

Wilmington, DE $33,999 Dover, DE $34,134 Dover Afb, DE $33,955 Bethany Beach, DE $33,755 Bethel, DE $33,790 Bridgeville, DE $33,870 Camden Wyoming, DE $34,038 Cheswold, DE $34,123

Clayton, DE $34,124 Dagsboro, DE $33,731 Delmar, DE $33,677 Ellendale, DE $33,779 Felton, DE $33,970 Fenwick Island, DE $33,739 Frankford, DE $33,680 Frederica, DE $34,003

Georgetown, DE $33,719 Greenwood, DE $33,875 Harbeson, DE $33,755 Harrington, DE $33,927 Hartly, DE $34,032 Houston, DE $33,878 Kenton, DE $34,126 Laurel, DE $33,698

Yorklyn, DE $34,008

Certified Nurse Aide Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Nurse Aide 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, Certified Nurse Aide positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Certified Nurse Aide as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Certified Nurse Aide

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$47,655	$23.0	40%

Certified Nurse Aide Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certified Nurse Aide'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

$30,250

Average $34,040/year

$35,796

$2,521

Average $2,837/month

$2,983

$582

Average $655/week

$688

$15

Average $16/hour

$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$35,796	$2,983	$688	$17
Average	$34,040	$2,837	$655	$16
25th Percentile	$30,250	$2,521	$582	$15

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