How much does a Nurse's Aide make in Durham, NC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Nurse's Aide in Durham, NC is $34,056. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $27,507 to a high of $42,996, with most professionals earning between $30,628 and $38,736.

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What is a Nurse's Aide?

A Nurse's Aide, also known as a Nursing Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), is responsible for providing basic care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Their duties may include assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating, taking vital signs, and helping with medical procedures. Nurse's Aides also provide emotional support to patients and communicate any changes in a patient's condition to the nursing staff. They play a crucial role in ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients in healthcare settings.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Nurse's Aide in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Nurse's Aide in Durham, NC. The base salary for Nurse's Aide ranges from $30,628 to $38,736 with the average base salary of $34,056. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $30,703 to $38,803 with the average total cash compensation of $34,143.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $34,056 $30,628 - $38,736
Bonus $87 $75 - $67
Total Pay $34,143 $30,703 - $38,803
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE Chapel Hill, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,239 - $38,243 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE Cary, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,845 - $39,010 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE Raleigh, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,845 - $39,010 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE Burlington, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $29,114 - $36,821 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE High Point, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $29,529 - $37,345 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE Greensboro, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $29,246 - $36,987 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Nurse Aide Evaluator LOCATION Durham, NC MINIMUM SALARY $30,628 MAXIMUM SALARY $38,736
JOB TITLE Temporary Nurse Aide LOCATION Durham, NC MINIMUM SALARY $31,109 MAXIMUM SALARY $39,314
JOB TITLE Restorative Nurse Aide LOCATION Durham, NC MINIMUM SALARY $31,109 MAXIMUM SALARY $39,314
JOB TITLE Certified Nurse Aide LOCATION Durham, NC MINIMUM SALARY $34,012 MAXIMUM SALARY $41,246
JOB TITLE Nurse Aide Instructor LOCATION Durham, NC MINIMUM SALARY $35,489 MAXIMUM SALARY $49,883
JOB TITLE Nurse Aide I LOCATION Durham, NC MINIMUM SALARY $31,109 MAXIMUM SALARY $39,314
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