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Multiskilled Technician (CNA) - Med Surg/Tele
LifePoint Health · Lake Havasu City, AZ
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Lake Havasu City, AZ
The median certified nursing assistant pay in the Lake Havasu City area is $19.08 per hour ($39,680 a year), with the typical range running from $16.34 to $20.47. That ranks 128th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 118th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City. The free report below lists employers near Lake Havasu City and what they pay.
- $19.08median pay per hour, Lake Havasu City
- $16–$20typical range per hour
- 440employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Multiskilled Technician (CNA) - Stepdown (IMC)
LifePoint Health · Lake Havasu City, AZ
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Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Lake Havasu City, AZ
The metro median is 5% below the Arizona statewide median of $20.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 440 nursing assistants employed in the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area, 7.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.87).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.11 | $33,510 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.34 | $33,990 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.08 | $39,680 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $20.47 | $42,580 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.56 | $46,920 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Lake Havasu City ranks
- 128th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 118th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 6 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nursing Assistants (SOC 31-1131), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Lake Havasu City-Kingman run 6% below the U.S. average (index 94.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.08 median hour buys what $20.28 buys at the national price level, 7% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Lake Havasu City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$687
- Per year: $34,344
- Per month: $2,862
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lake Havasu City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel certified nursing assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Certified Nursing Assistant roles in Arizona
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Hospitals in Lake Havasu City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havasu Regional Medical Center Lake Havasu City, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Mohave County
HRSA lists 12 active primary care shortage designations that include Mohave County (7 geographic, 5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson, NV | 112 mi | $21.67/hr | 350,039 |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 114 mi | $20.23/hr | 51,440 |
| Surprise, AZ | 121 mi | $20.52/hr | 167,564 |
| Buckeye, AZ | 121 mi | $20.52/hr | 114,334 |
| Indio, CA | 122 mi | $21.61/hr | 94,275 |
| Peoria, AZ | 125 mi | $20.52/hr | 199,924 |
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License and tax basics in Arizona
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Lake Havasu City, AZ?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area have a median pay of $19.08 per hour, about $39,680 a year. The middle half earn between $16.34 and $20.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lake Havasu City a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Lake Havasu City-Kingman ranks 118th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 128th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in Lake Havasu City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City, led by Havasu Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Lake Havasu City as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lake Havasu City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 12 active primary care shortage designations that include Mohave County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Lake Havasu City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lake Havasu City is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your CNA pay reportLake Havasu City, AZ · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationPrescott, AZ · 4 postings$26.33/ hr$19–$34
- CommonSpirit HealthPRESCOTT, AZ · 6 postings$23.50/ hr$19–$28
- Select MedicalTucson, AZ · 3 postings$21.91/ hr$19–$26
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2What they are offering now
Low$19Median$23.50High$31
14 CNA postings with published pay in Arizona, 11 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 14 CNA roles
- Nursing Assistant- Hospitality/OrderlyPermanent$45k–$70k/ year
- Nursing Assistant - Geriatrics and Extended CarePermanent$42k–$67k/ year
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