Nursing Assistant (CNA) pay in North Carolina
State median
Public data$17.31/hr
≈ $36,005/year full-time
Pay distribution in North Carolina
25th percentile
$14.72
per hour
Median
$17.31
per hour
75th percentile
$18.53
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Metros in North Carolina
Frequently asked questions
How much do nursing assistant (cna)s make in North Carolina?
The median pay for nursing assistant (cna)s in North Carolina is $17.31/hr (about $36,005/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $14.72 and $18.53 per hour.
How does North Carolina compare to the national average for nursing assistant (cna)s?
North Carolina pays 4% below 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.
Where in North Carolina do nursing assistant (cna)s earn the most?
Among the metros we track in North Carolina, Raleigh pays the most at $17.39/hr median. Compare each metro on the city pages linked below.