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Ardent Health · Topeka, KS
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Topeka, KS
Pay for certified nursing assistants in the Topeka area centers on $17.80 per hour, or about $37,020 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.63 and the upper quarter over $20.54. That ranks 242nd of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 144th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Topeka. The free report below lists employers near Topeka and what they pay.
- $17.80median pay per hour, Topeka
- $18–$21typical range per hour
- 2,320employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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13 more open roles from employers in Topeka. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Patient Care Tech / PCT ER
Ardent Health · Topeka, KS
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Patient Care Tech / PCT Clinical Decision Unit
Ardent Health · Topeka, KS
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Patient Care Technician - Cath Lab/IR - PT - Night
Stormont Vail Health · Topeka, KS
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Patient Care Technician - NICU - PT - Day
Stormont Vail Health · Topeka, KS
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Patient Care Technician - NICU - PT - Night
Stormont Vail Health · Topeka, KS
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Patient Care Technician - Intermediate Care - Less than PT - Day
Stormont Vail Health · Topeka, KS
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Patient Care Technician - Intermediate Care - FT - Night
Stormont Vail Health · Topeka, KS
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Patient Care Technician - Surgical Critical - Less than PT - Night
Stormont Vail Health · Topeka, KS
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Certified Nursing Assistant CNA
Brookdale Senior Living · Topeka, KS
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Patient Care Tech / PCT Intermediate Care
Ardent Health · Topeka, KS
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Patient Care Technician - Admissions Pending - Less than PT - Day
Stormont Vail Health · Topeka, KS
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Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Topeka, KS
The metro median is in line with the Kansas statewide median of $17.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 2,320 nursing assistants employed in the Topeka metro area, 20.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.29).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.95 | $35,260 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.63 | $36,670 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.80 | $37,020 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $20.54 | $42,720 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $21.60 | $44,930 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Topeka ranks
- 242nd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 144th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Kansas 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 Topeka run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 65.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.80 median hour buys what $20.04 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Topeka paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$641
- Per year: $32,040
- Per month: $2,670
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Topeka metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Topeka
| 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 Kansas
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Topeka as they open.
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Nursing Assistant - Patient Support Float Pool
Veterans Health Administration · Wichita, KS
$38k–$62k/ year
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Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Full Time
Select Medical · Wichita, KS
$18.00–$21.94/ hour
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Hospitals in Topeka
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Topeka, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stormont Vail Hospital Topeka, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Eastern Kansas Healthcare System Topeka, KS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Kansas Health System - St Francis Campus Topeka, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 Shawnee County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Shawnee County (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence, KS | 24 mi | $18.03/hr | 97,271 |
| Shawnee, KS | 48 mi | $18.81/hr | 69,724 |
| Lenexa, KS | 48 mi | $18.81/hr | 59,427 |
| Olathe, KS | 48 mi | $18.81/hr | 149,035 |
| Manhattan, KS | 50 mi | $17.36/hr | 54,700 |
| Kansas City, KS | 52 mi | $18.81/hr | 156,752 |
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License and tax basics in Kansas
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Topeka, KS?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Topeka metro area have a median pay of $17.80 per hour, about $37,020 a year. The middle half earn between $17.63 and $20.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Topeka a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Topeka ranks 144th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 242nd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in Topeka?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Topeka, led by Stormont Vail Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Topeka as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Topeka in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Shawnee 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 Topeka?
The federal per diem benchmark in Topeka 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.
Does Valorem Health place certified nursing assistants in Topeka?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthBURIEN, WA · 7 postings$31.52/ hr$23–$41
- Emanate HealthCovina, CA · 6 postings$28.75/ hr$21–$34
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 105 postings$28.55/ hr$21–$44
- Fresenius Medical CareSan Francisco, CA · 4 postings$28.00/ hr$25–$35
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