PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Nursing Assistant
Veterans Health Administration · Ann Arbor, MI
$37k–$61k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Pontiac, MI
The median certified nursing assistant pay in the Pontiac area is $18.79 per hour ($39,080 a year), with the typical range running from $18.31 to $21.04. That ranks 151st of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 248th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Pontiac. The free report below lists employers near Pontiac and what they pay.
- $18.79median pay per hour, Detroit
- $18–$21typical range per hour
- 16,040employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Pontiac, MI
The metro median is in line with the Michigan statewide median of $18.70 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 16,040 nursing assistants employed in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area, 8.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.58 | $36,570 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.31 | $38,080 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.79 | $39,080 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.04 | $43,760 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.34 | $46,470 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Pontiac ranks
- 151st of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 248th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 14 Michigan 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 Pontiac
- Overall prices in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.79 median hour buys what $18.73 buys at the national price level, 1% 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$676
- Per year: $33,822
- Per month: $2,818
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Pontiac
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $116 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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. 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 Michigan
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Pontiac as they open.
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Holland Hospital · Holland, MI
$16.88–$23.64/ hour
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Nursing Assistant (NA) - Full-time Days
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Patient Care Assistant (Float Team) Full Time, Nights
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BrightSpring Health Services · Holly, MI
$18.00–$20.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Pontiac
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Pontiac, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mclaren Oakland Pontiac, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Trinity Health Oakland Hospital Pontiac, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Pontiac General Hospital Pontiac, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Oakland County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Oakland County (1 population-group, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester Hills, MI | 7 mi | $18.79/hr | 78,330 |
| Troy, MI | 9 mi | $18.79/hr | 89,209 |
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Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Pontiac, MI?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area have a median pay of $18.79 per hour, about $39,080 a year. The middle half earn between $18.31 and $21.04 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pontiac a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn ranks 248th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 151st of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in Pontiac?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Pontiac, led by Mclaren Oakland. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Pontiac as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Pontiac in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Oakland 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 Pontiac?
The federal per diem benchmark in Pontiac is $116 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your CNA pay reportPontiac, MI · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Select MedicalWyandotte, MI · 2 postings$21.12/ hr$18–$24
- Holland HospitalHolland, MI · 5 postings$20.26/ hr$17–$24
- Bronson Nursing and Rehabilitation CenterMattawan, MI · 1 wage offer$16.54/ hr$17–$17
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$17Median$20.26High$24
9 CNA postings with published pay in Michigan, 8 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 9 CNA roles
- Nursing AssistantPermanent$37k–$61k/ year
- Patient Care Assistant (Float Team) Part Time, DaysPermanent$16.88–$23.64/ hour
+ 7 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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