PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Full-time
Select Medical · Danville, KY
$18.00–$21.94/ hour
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Owensboro, KY
Pay for certified nursing assistants in the Owensboro area centers on $18.25 per hour, or about $37,950 a year. The lower quarter earns under $15.32 and the upper quarter over $19.05. That ranks 198th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 94th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Owensboro. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Owensboro.
- $18.25median pay per hour, Owensboro
- $15–$19typical range per hour
- 790employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Owensboro, KY
The metro median is 2% above the Kentucky statewide median of $17.95 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 790 nursing assistants employed in the Owensboro metro area, 16.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.55 | $30,260 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $15.32 | $31,870 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.25 | $37,950 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $19.05 | $39,620 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $21.44 | $44,600 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Owensboro ranks
- 198th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 94th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 6 Kentucky 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 Owensboro
- Overall prices in Owensboro run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.25 median hour buys what $20.60 buys at the national price level, 8% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$657
- Per year: $32,850
- Per month: $2,738
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Owensboro metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Owensboro
| 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 Owensboro
CMS lists 1 hospital in Owensboro, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owensboro Health Regional Hospital Owensboro, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 Daviess County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Daviess County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evansville, IN | 28 mi | $17.30/hr | 115,395 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 66 mi | $17.96/hr | 79,076 |
| Clarksville, TN | 83 mi | $17.59/hr | 185,690 |
| Louisville, KY | 85 mi | $18.44/hr | 640,796 |
| Jeffersonville, IN | 87 mi | $18.44/hr | 52,912 |
| Gallatin, TN | 102 mi | $18.64/hr | 52,489 |
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License and tax basics in Kentucky
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky 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 Owensboro, KY?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Owensboro metro area have a median pay of $18.25 per hour, about $37,950 a year. The middle half earn between $15.32 and $19.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Owensboro a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Owensboro ranks 94th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 198th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in Owensboro?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Owensboro, led by Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Owensboro as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Owensboro in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Daviess 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 Owensboro?
The federal per diem benchmark in Owensboro 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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