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Nursing Assistant-Acute Care
Veterans Health Administration · Baltimore, MD
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Baltimore, MD
Pay for certified nursing assistants in the Baltimore area centers on $19.12 per hour, or about $39,760 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.72 and the upper quarter over $21.94. The CMS hospital directory lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore. That ranks 126th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 274th of 341 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Baltimore.
- $19.12median pay per hour, Baltimore
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 11,790employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
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Patient Care Technician UN
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician I - Nursing Observation IP
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician I - Nursing Med Acute 10 East
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician I
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician II - Nursing BMT
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician II
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician II, TBI, Night
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician II, Stroke, Night
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Tech Float
Ascension Health · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician II, Stroke
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician I, Multitrauma ICU
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician II, Spinal Cord, Nights
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Patient Care Technician PRN
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring certified nursing assistants near Baltimore
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $27.62 |
| University of Maryland Medical System | 1 | $19.64 |
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Baltimore, MD
The metro median is 1% below the Maryland statewide median of $19.23 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 11,790 nursing assistants employed in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area, 8.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.98).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.35 | $34,010 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.72 | $36,860 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.12 | $39,760 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.94 | $45,640 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.22 | $52,460 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Baltimore ranks
- 126th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 274th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
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 Baltimore
- Overall prices in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 118.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.12 median hour buys what $18.30 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
Estimate your Baltimore paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$688
- Per year: $34,416
- Per month: $2,868
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Baltimore
| 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).
Hospitals in Baltimore
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore, 4 of the 12 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Union Memorial Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Harbor Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Agnes Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD | 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 Baltimore city
HRSA lists 19 active primary care shortage designations that include Baltimore city (3 geographic, 10 population-group, 6 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie, MD | 25 mi | $20.83/hr | 58,421 |
| Rockville, MD | 33 mi | $20.83/hr | 68,417 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 33 mi | $20.83/hr | 70,686 |
| Washington, DC | 35 mi | $20.83/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 42 mi | $20.83/hr | 159,102 |
| Frederick, MD | 44 mi | $20.83/hr | 89,537 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Maryland · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maryland
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maryland taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Baltimore
Baltimore city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Baltimore, MD?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area have a median pay of $19.12 per hour, about $39,760 a year. The middle half earn between $17.72 and $21.94 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Baltimore a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ranks 274th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 126th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Baltimore?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Baltimore. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Baltimore.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Baltimore as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Baltimore in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 19 active primary care shortage designations that include Baltimore city. 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 Baltimore?
The federal per diem benchmark in Baltimore 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 reportBaltimore, MD · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Adventist HealthSilver Spring, MD · 9 postings$22.05/ hr$18–$25
- Fresenius Medical CareWheaton, MD · 6 postings$22.00/ hr$17–$33
- Trinity HealthSilver Spring, MD · 3 postings$21.46/ hr$18–$28
- University of Maryland Medical SystemBel Air, MD · 31 postings$21.22/ hr$17–$30
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Low$18Median$21.22High$27
56 CNA postings with published pay in Maryland, 50 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Nursing Assistant-Acute CarePermanent$44k–$71k/ year
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