PermanentPosted today
CNA Ortho Neuro
Saint Charles Health System · Bend, OR
$22.61–$28.94/ hour
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Salem, OR
Pay for certified nursing assistants in the Salem area centers on $23.21 per hour, or about $48,280 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.03 and the upper quarter over $28.21. That ranks 6th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 20th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Salem. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Salem.
- $23.21median pay per hour, Salem
- $22–$28typical range per hour
- 1,330employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Salem, OR
The metro median is in line with the Oregon statewide median of $23.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 1,330 nursing assistants employed in the Salem metro area, 7.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.79).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.42 | $40,390 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.03 | $45,820 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Median | $23.21 | $48,280 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.21 | $58,680 | 48% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.09 | $60,510 | 53% above U.S. median |
How Salem ranks
- 6th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 20th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 7 Oregon 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 Salem
- Overall prices in Salem run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 110.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.21 median hour buys what $22.39 buys at the national price level, 18% 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$836
- Per year: $41,778
- Per month: $3,482
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salem metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Salem
| 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 Oregon
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CNA Float Pool
Saint Charles Health System · Bend, OR
$23.74–$30.39/ hour
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CNA Medical Surgical
Saint Charles Health System · Redmond, OR
$23.74–$30.39/ hour
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Nursing Assistant- Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program
Veterans Health Administration · White City, OR
$32k–$53k/ year
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CNA Surgical Specialty
Saint Charles Health System · Bend, OR
$23.74–$30.39/ hour
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CNA Medical Floor
CommonSpirit Health · Roseburg, OR
$22.51–$31.79/ hour
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Hospitals in Salem
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Salem, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Hospital Salem, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Oregon State Hospital Distinct Part Salem, OR | 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 Polk County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Polk County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, OR | 21 mi | $21.06/hr | 57,156 |
| Corvallis, OR | 27 mi | $21.06/hr | 61,993 |
| Tigard, OR | 36 mi | $23.33/hr | 57,301 |
| Beaverton, OR | 40 mi | $23.33/hr | 98,302 |
| Hillsboro, OR | 42 mi | $23.33/hr | 110,337 |
| Portland, OR | 46 mi | $23.33/hr | 635,749 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Oregon · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oregon
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oregon taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Salem
Salem city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Salem, OR?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Salem metro area have a median pay of $23.21 per hour, about $48,280 a year. The middle half earn between $22.03 and $28.21 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Salem a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Salem ranks 20th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 6th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in Salem?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Salem, led by Salem Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oregon license to work in Salem as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Salem in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Polk 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 Salem?
The federal per diem benchmark in Salem 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 HealthRoseburg, OR · 2 postings$27.95/ hr$23–$34
- Saint Charles Health SystemBend, OR · 6 postings$27.06/ hr$23–$30
- CommonSpirit HealthBurien, WA · 7 postings$31.52/ hr$23–$41
- Emanate HealthCovina, CA · 6 postings$28.75/ hr$21–$34
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2What they are offering now
Low$23Median$27.06High$31
9 CNA postings with published pay in Oregon, 9 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 Ortho NeuroPermanent$22.61–$28.94/ hour
- CNA Float PoolPermanent$23.74–$30.39/ hour
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