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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Yuma, AZ
Pay for certified nursing assistants in the Yuma area centers on $17.22 per hour, or about $35,830 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.04 and the upper quarter over $18.62. That ranks 294th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 256th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Yuma. The free report below lists employers near Yuma and what they pay.
- $17.22median pay per hour, Yuma
- $17–$19typical range per hour
- 400employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Yuma, AZ
The metro median is 15% below the Arizona statewide median of $20.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 400 nursing assistants employed in the Yuma metro area, 5.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.64).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.90 | $35,150 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.04 | $35,440 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.22 | $35,830 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $18.62 | $38,730 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $20.58 | $42,810 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Yuma ranks
- 294th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 256th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th 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.
What your pay buys in Yuma
- Overall prices in Yuma run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.22 median hour buys what $18.57 buys at the national price level, 2% below 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$620
- Per year: $30,996
- Per month: $2,583
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Yuma metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Yuma
| 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).
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Hospitals in Yuma
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Yuma, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuma Regional Medical Center Yuma, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Exceptional Community Hospital Yuma Yuma, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Yuma County
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Yuma County (4 geographic, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckeye, AZ | 126 mi | $20.52/hr | 114,334 |
| Indio, CA | 130 mi | $21.61/hr | 94,275 |
| Goodyear, AZ | 135 mi | $20.52/hr | 118,186 |
| Palm Desert, CA | 136 mi | $21.61/hr | 53,147 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 138 mi | $19.08/hr | 59,037 |
| Avondale, AZ | 139 mi | $20.52/hr | 96,609 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Arizona · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
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 Yuma, AZ?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Yuma metro area have a median pay of $17.22 per hour, about $35,830 a year. The middle half earn between $17.04 and $18.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Yuma a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Yuma ranks 256th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 294th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in Yuma?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Yuma, led by Yuma Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Yuma 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 Yuma in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 7 active primary care shortage designations that include Yuma 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 Yuma?
The federal per diem benchmark in Yuma 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 reportYuma, 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
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
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
+ 12 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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