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Certified Nursing Assistant - Catered Living Center, Charter House Senior Living - CNA
Mayo Clinic · Rochester, MN
$21.00–$27.92/ hour
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Rochester, MN
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Rochester area earn a median of $22.56 per hour, about $46,910 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.94 and $22.56. That ranks 21st of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 2nd of 341 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Rochester. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Rochester.
- $22.56median pay per hour, Rochester
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 1,470employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
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Certified Nursing Assistant - Individualized Health Services, Charter House Senior Living - CNA
Mayo Clinic · Rochester, MN
$21.00–$27.92/ hour
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The metro median is 3% above the Minnesota statewide median of $21.91 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 1,470 nursing assistants employed in the Rochester metro area, 12.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.34).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.31 | $38,080 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.94 | $39,400 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $22.56 | $46,910 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.56 | $46,920 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.33 | $48,530 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Rochester ranks
- 21st of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 2nd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Minnesota 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 Rochester
- Overall prices in Rochester run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.56 median hour buys what $24.84 buys at the national price level, 31% 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 Rochester paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$812
- Per year: $40,608
- Per month: $3,384
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rochester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rochester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $127 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,449 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,837 |
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).
Hospitals in Rochester
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rochester, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester Rochester, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Olmsted Medical Center Rochester, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Behavioral Health Hospital Rochester Rochester, MN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Olmsted County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Olmsted County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeville, MN | 60 mi | $22.55/hr | 77,971 |
| Apple Valley, MN | 62 mi | $22.55/hr | 55,272 |
| La Crosse, WI | 64 mi | $19.94/hr | 51,049 |
| Eagan, MN | 65 mi | $22.55/hr | 67,240 |
| Burnsville, MN | 65 mi | $22.55/hr | 64,864 |
| Woodbury, MN | 65 mi | $22.55/hr | 80,596 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Minnesota · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Minnesota
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Minnesota 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 Rochester, MN?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Rochester metro area have a median pay of $22.56 per hour, about $46,910 a year. The middle half earn between $18.94 and $22.56 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rochester a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Rochester ranks 2nd of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 21st of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Rochester?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Rochester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Rochester.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Rochester as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Rochester in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Olmsted 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 Rochester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rochester is $127 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,449 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your CNA pay reportRochester, MN · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Mayo ClinicRochester, MN · 2 postings$24.46/ hr$21–$28
- Fairview Health ServicesEdina, MN · 28 postings$25.62/ hr$20–$32
- CommonSpirit HealthBRECKENRIDGE, MN · 4 postings$25.00/ hr$20–$33
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 59 postings$24.55/ hr$20–$31
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$24.55High$29
168 CNA postings with published pay in Minnesota, 158 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 168 CNA roles
- Nursing Assistant - Float PoolPermanent$21.84–$30.83/ hour
- Nursing Assistant - Med/SurgPermanent$21.84–$30.83/ hour
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