Nursing Assistant (CNA) pay in District of Columbia
State median
Public data$22.22/hr
≈ $46,218/year full-time
Pay distribution in District of Columbia
25th percentile
$20.88
per hour
Median
$22.22
per hour
75th percentile
$24.11
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do nursing assistant (cna)s make in District of Columbia?
The median pay for nursing assistant (cna)s in District of Columbia is $22.22/hr (about $46,218/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $20.88 and $24.11 per hour.
How does District of Columbia compare to the national average for nursing assistant (cna)s?
District of Columbia pays 23% above the national median of $18.11/hr for nursing assistant (cna)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.