PermanentPosted today
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
Centrastate Healthcare System · Freehold, NJ
$19.50–$31.20/ hour
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Vineland, NJ
Pay for certified nursing assistants in the Vineland area centers on $21.94 per hour, or about $45,640 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.69 and the upper quarter over $23.08. That ranks 48th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 12th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Vineland. The free report below lists employers near Vineland and what they pay.
- $21.94median pay per hour, Vineland
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 820employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Vineland, NJ
The metro median is 2% above the New Jersey statewide median of $21.59 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 820 nursing assistants employed in the Vineland metro area, 13.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.49).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.74 | $36,900 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.69 | $38,880 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.94 | $45,640 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.08 | $48,010 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.49 | $48,860 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Vineland ranks
- 48th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 12th 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 Vineland
- Overall prices in Vineland run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 83.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.94 median hour buys what $22.86 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$790
- Per year: $39,492
- Per month: $3,291
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Vineland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Vineland
| 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).
Open Certified Nursing Assistant roles in New Jersey
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Hospitals in Vineland
CMS lists 1 hospital in Vineland, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspira Medical Center Vineland Vineland, NJ | 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 Cumberland County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Cumberland County (1 geographic, 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden, NJ | 33 mi | $20.67/hr | 71,749 |
| Wilmington, DE | 34 mi | $20.67/hr | 73,176 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 38 mi | $20.67/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Trenton, NJ | 54 mi | $21.83/hr | 91,193 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | 76 mi | $22.99/hr | 57,487 |
| Reading, PA | 78 mi | $21.12/hr | 96,000 |
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License and tax basics in New Jersey
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey 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 Vineland, NJ?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Vineland metro area have a median pay of $21.94 per hour, about $45,640 a year. The middle half earn between $18.69 and $23.08 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Vineland a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Vineland ranks 12th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 48th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in Vineland?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Vineland, led by Inspira Medical Center Vineland. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in Vineland as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Vineland in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Cumberland 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 Vineland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Vineland 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 reportVineland, NJ · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Centrastate Healthcare SystemFreehold, NJ · 6 postings$25.35/ hr$20–$31
- Select MedicalSaddle Brook, NJ · 3 postings$23.30/ hr$21–$27
- Jefferson HealthNew Jersey · 12 postings$22.63/ hr$17–$27
- Saint Lukes University Health NetworkPhillipsburg, NJ · 2 postings$22.38/ hr$18–$27
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$17Median$22.63High$27
37 CNA postings with published pay in New Jersey, 32 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 37 CNA roles
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)Permanent$19.50–$31.20/ hour
- Patient Care Technician (Oncology)Permanent$19.50–$31.20/ hour
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