NV · Carson City · Updated October 15, 2026

Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Carson City, NV

Certified Nursing Assistants in the Carson City area earn a median of $22.38 per hour, about $46,560 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.46 and $24.07. That ranks 31st of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 14th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Carson City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Carson City.

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Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Carson City, NV

The metro median is 3% above the Nevada statewide median of $21.67 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 300 nursing assistants employed in the Carson City metro area, 9.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$18.24$37,9404% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$18.46$38,4003% below U.S. median
Median$22.38$46,56018% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$24.07$50,07027% above U.S. median
Top 10%$24.60$51,17029% above U.S. median

How Carson City ranks

  • 31st of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 14th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
  • 1st of 3 Nevada 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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What your pay buys in Carson City

  • Overall prices in Carson City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.1, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.2).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $22.38 median hour buys what $22.81 buys at the national price level, 20% 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 Carson City paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$806
  • Per year: $40,284
  • Per month: $3,357
  • Nevada has no state income tax on wages.

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Carson City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Carson City

ItemFederal 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 Nevada

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Hospitals in Carson City

CMS lists 1 hospital in Carson City, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
Carson City, NV
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Primary care shortage areas in Carson City

HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Carson City (2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 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

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Reno, NV28 mi$22.36/hr281,714
Sparks, NV29 mi$22.36/hr111,520
Folsom, CA82 mi$22.24/hr88,091
Rocklin, CA84 mi$22.24/hr75,129
Lincoln, CA85 mi$22.24/hr56,268
Roseville, CA89 mi$22.24/hr163,304

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License and tax basics in Nevada

State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.

Nevada state guide

Other healthcare roles in Carson City

Carson City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do certified nursing assistants make in Carson City, NV?

Certified Nursing Assistants in the Carson City metro area have a median pay of $22.38 per hour, about $46,560 a year. The middle half earn between $18.46 and $24.07 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Carson City a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?

Carson City ranks 14th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 31st of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.

Where do certified nursing assistants work in Carson City?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Carson City, led by Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Nevada license to work in Carson City as a certified nursing assistant?

State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Is Carson City in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Carson 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 Carson City?

The federal per diem benchmark in Carson City 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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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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    $16.54–$24.23/ hour
    LifePoint Health · Elko, NV · posted 9 days ago

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