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Resource Nursing Assistant I - Nights
Advocate Health · Charlotte, NC
$20.80–$31.20/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Kannapolis, NC
Pay for certified nursing assistants in the Kannapolis area centers on $18.55 per hour, or about $38,580 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.37 and the upper quarter over $21.36. The CMS hospital directory lists 18 hospitals in the Kannapolis metro area. That ranks 176th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 222nd of 341 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Kannapolis.
- $18.55median pay per hour, Charlotte
- $17–$21typical range per hour
- 13,050employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Certified Nursing Assistant roles near Kannapolis
Roles in other cities of the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia area.
PermanentPosted 5 days ago
CNA/Healthcare Tech - Carolinas Rehab Mt. Holly PT Nights
Advocate Health · Belmont, NC
$19.80–$29.70/ hour
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The metro median is 2% above the North Carolina statewide median of $18.11 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 13,050 nursing assistants employed in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area, 9.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.86 | $30,910 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.37 | $36,130 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.55 | $38,580 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.36 | $44,430 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.41 | $46,610 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Kannapolis ranks
- 176th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 222nd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 13 North Carolina 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 Kannapolis
- Overall prices in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.55 median hour buys what $19.06 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Kannapolis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$668
- Per year: $33,390
- Per month: $2,782
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kannapolis
| 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 the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia area
CMS lists 18 hospitals in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia area, 10 of the 16 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health Matthews Medical Center Matthews, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Atrium Health Union Monroe, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast Concord, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health Charlotte, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Caromont Regional Medical Center Gastonia, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center Huntersville, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Salisbury, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| W.G. (Bill) Hefner Salisbury Va Medical Center (Salsbury) Salisbury, NC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 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 Cabarrus County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Cabarrus County (1 population-group, 1 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
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord, NC | 6 mi | $18.55/hr | 112,395 |
| Mooresville, NC | 13 mi | $18.55/hr | 52,884 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 48 mi | $18.22/hr | 255,769 |
| High Point, NC | 51 mi | $18.64/hr | 118,601 |
| Greensboro, NC | 62 mi | $18.64/hr | 307,381 |
| Burlington, NC | 77 mi | $19.51/hr | 61,365 |
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License and tax basics in North Carolina
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Carolina 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 Kannapolis, NC?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area have a median pay of $18.55 per hour, about $38,580 a year. The middle half earn between $17.37 and $21.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kannapolis a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia ranks 222nd of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 176th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Kannapolis?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Kannapolis.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Kannapolis as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Kannapolis in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Cabarrus 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 Kannapolis?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kannapolis 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.
Does Valorem Health place certified nursing assistants in Kannapolis?
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Your CNA pay reportKannapolis, NC · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Advocate HealthHigh Point, NC · 9 postings$24.75/ hr$20–$31
- Sentara HealthcareElizabeth City, NC · 2 postings$23.17/ hr$19–$27
- AmedisysGarner, NC · 6 postings$20.00/ hr$14–$21
- ECU HealthGreenville, NC · 30 postings$19.98/ hr$18–$23
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$20.66High$26
48 CNA postings with published pay in North Carolina, 45 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 48 CNA roles
- Resource Nursing Assistant I - NightsPermanent$20.80–$31.20/ hour
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Med/Surg, 7 NorthPermanent$19.80–$29.70/ hour
+ 46 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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