Nursing Assistant (CNA) pay in New Jersey
State median
Public data$19.93/hr
≈ $41,454/year full-time
Pay distribution in New Jersey
25th percentile
$18.65
per hour
Median
$19.93
per hour
75th percentile
$22.17
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 New Jersey?
The median pay for nursing assistant (cna)s in New Jersey is $19.93/hr (about $41,454/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $18.65 and $22.17 per hour.
How does New Jersey compare to the national average for nursing assistant (cna)s?
New Jersey pays 10% 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.