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Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA
Genesis Healthcare · Lancaster, PA
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Lancaster, PA
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Lancaster area earn a median of $19.27 per hour, about $40,090 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.41 and $21.69. That ranks 116th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 179th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Lancaster. The free report below lists employers near Lancaster and what they pay.
- $19.27median pay per hour, Lancaster
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 3,200employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Lancaster, PA
The metro median is 3% below the Pennsylvania statewide median of $19.77 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 3,200 nursing assistants employed in the Lancaster metro area, 12.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.42).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.85 | $37,130 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.41 | $38,290 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.27 | $40,090 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.69 | $45,120 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.57 | $46,950 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Lancaster ranks
- 116th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 179th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 15 Pennsylvania 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 Lancaster run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.27 median hour buys what $19.61 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Lancaster paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$694
- Per year: $34,686
- Per month: $2,890
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lancaster metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lancaster
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $123 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,379 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,927 |
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. 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 Pennsylvania
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Lancaster as they open.
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Amedisys · Scottdale, PA
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Amedisys · Uniontown, PA
$19.00–$22.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Lancaster
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Lancaster, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster General Hospital Lancaster, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center Lancaster, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital Lancaster, PA | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 Lancaster County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Lancaster County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading, PA | 29 mi | $21.12/hr | 96,000 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 35 mi | $18.75/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 46 mi | $20.67/hr | 73,176 |
| Baltimore, MD | 54 mi | $19.12/hr | 568,271 |
| Allentown, PA | 58 mi | $18.96/hr | 127,138 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 62 mi | $20.67/hr | 1,573,916 |
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Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Lancaster, PA?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Lancaster metro area have a median pay of $19.27 per hour, about $40,090 a year. The middle half earn between $18.41 and $21.69 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lancaster a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Lancaster ranks 179th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 116th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do certified nursing assistants work in Lancaster?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Lancaster, led by Lancaster General Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Lancaster as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lancaster in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Lancaster 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 Lancaster?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lancaster is $123 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,379 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your CNA pay reportLancaster, PA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationLebanon, PA · 3 postings$24.69/ hr$18–$31
- Select MedicalJohnstown, PA · 8 postings$21.02/ hr$16–$24
- AmedisysJohnstown, PA · 8 postings$20.50/ hr$19–$24
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
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Low$18Median$21.02High$24
20 CNA postings with published pay in Pennsylvania, 15 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- CNA Hospice AidePermanent$21.00–$23.00/ hour
- CNA Hospice AidePermanent$19.00–$22.00/ hour
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