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LifePoint Health · Youngstown, OH
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Youngstown, OH
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Youngstown area earn a median of $17.97 per hour, about $37,380 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $16.61 and $18.67. That ranks 223rd of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 96th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Youngstown.
- $17.97median pay per hour, Youngstown
- $17–$19typical range per hour
- 2,230employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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2 more open roles from employers in Youngstown. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Emergency Department (ED) - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
Bon Secours Mercy Health · Youngstown, OH
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Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Youngstown, OH
The metro median is 3% below the Ohio statewide median of $18.54 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 2,230 nursing assistants employed in the Youngstown-Warren metro area, 13.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.54).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.03 | $33,340 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.61 | $34,550 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.97 | $37,380 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $18.67 | $38,830 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $20.37 | $42,370 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Youngstown ranks
- 223rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 96th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th of 12 Ohio 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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- Overall prices in Youngstown-Warren run 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 47% below the U.S. average (index 53.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.97 median hour buys what $20.56 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 Youngstown paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$647
- Per year: $32,346
- Per month: $2,695
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Youngstown-Warren metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Youngstown
| 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 Ohio
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CNA Hospice Aide
Amedisys · Berea, OH
$20.00–$22.00/ hour
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Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$18.05–$22.00/ hour
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Nursing Assistant (NA) - Full-time / Night Shifts
Select Medical · Columbus, OH
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Amedisys · St. Clairsville, OH
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Hospitals in Youngstown
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical Hospital At Southwoods Youngstown, OH | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Mh St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Youngstown, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Generations Behavioral Health-Youngstown Llc Youngstown, OH | 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 Mahoning County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Mahoning County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton, OH | 43 mi | $17.90/hr | 69,211 |
| Akron, OH | 46 mi | $18.35/hr | 189,664 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 48 mi | $18.35/hr | 50,979 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 57 mi | $18.85/hr | 307,668 |
| Parma, OH | 60 mi | $18.30/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 60 mi | $18.30/hr | 365,379 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Ohio · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Youngstown, OH?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Youngstown-Warren metro area have a median pay of $17.97 per hour, about $37,380 a year. The middle half earn between $16.61 and $18.67 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Youngstown a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Youngstown-Warren ranks 96th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 223rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in Youngstown?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown, led by Surgical Hospital At Southwoods. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Youngstown as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Youngstown in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Mahoning 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 Youngstown?
The federal per diem benchmark in Youngstown 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 reportYoungstown, OH · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysBerea, OH · 3 postings$21.00/ hr$19–$24
- Select MedicalColumbus, OH · 5 postings$20.02/ hr$18–$24
- Skilled In Management Co LLCBlue Ash, OH · 3 wage offers$16.00/ hr$15–$16
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2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$20.02High$24
9 CNA postings with published pay in Ohio, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 9 CNA roles
- CNA Hospice AidePermanent$20.00–$22.00/ hour
- Nursing Assistant (STNA/CNA) - Full-time NightsPermanent$18.05–$22.00/ hour
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