Certified Nursing Assistant salary in Arizona
Certified Nursing Assistants in Arizona earn a median of $20.19 per hour, about $41,980 a year, 6% above the U.S. median of $19.01. The middle half earn between $18.11 and $21.78 per hour. The highest median among Arizona metro areas is in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, at $20.52 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $20.19median pay per hour
- $41,980median pay per year
- 17,350employed in Arizona
- #20of 50 states by median pay
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Arizona: percentiles
| Level | Arizona per hour | Arizona per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.53 | $36,460 | $15.09 |
| Lower quartile | $18.11 | $37,670 | $17.44 |
| Median | $20.19 | $41,980 | $19.01 |
| Upper quartile | $21.78 | $45,300 | $22.15 |
| Top 10% | $23.99 | $49,900 | $24.11 |
Certified Nursing Assistant pay by metro area in Arizona
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Arizona median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $20.52 | $42,690 | 11,740 | 2% above | $19.86 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $20.23 | $42,070 | 580 | in line with | $20.59 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $19.92 | $41,440 | 400 | 1% below | $19.86 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $19.08 | $39,680 | 440 | 5% below | $20.28 |
| Tucson, AZ | $18.90 | $39,310 | 2,810 | 6% below | $19.51 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ | $17.89 | $37,220 | 180 | 11% below | — |
| Yuma, AZ | $17.22 | $35,830 | 400 | 15% below | $18.57 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in states next to Arizona
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Arizona |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $22.32 | $46,420 | 11% above Arizona |
| New Mexico | $17.80 | $37,030 | 12% below Arizona |
| Nevada | $21.67 | $45,060 | 7% above Arizona |
| Utah | $18.51 | $38,500 | 8% below Arizona |
What employers are posting in Arizona
- 14roles with published pay
- $23.50median pay per hour
- $19–$30typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| CommonSpirit Health | 6 | $23.50 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 4 | $26.33 |
| Select Medical | 3 | $21.91 |
| Mayo Clinic | 1 | $22.26 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 14 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Arizona · Certified Nursing Assistant salary nationwide · Arizona state guide
Common questions
How much does a certified nursing assistant make in Arizona?
The median is $20.19 per hour, about $41,980 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $17.53 and the top 10% earn over $23.99 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Arizona city pays certified nursing assistants the most?
Among Arizona metro areas, Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ has the highest median at $20.52 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Arizona rank for certified nursing assistant pay?
Arizona ranks 20th of 50 states by median certified nursing assistant pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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Your CNA pay reportArizona · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationPrescott, AZ · 4 postings$26.33/ hr$19–$34
- CommonSpirit HealthPRESCOTT, AZ · 6 postings$23.50/ hr$19–$28
- Select MedicalTucson, AZ · 3 postings$21.91/ hr$19–$26
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- Nursing Assistant- Hospitality/OrderlyPermanent$45k–$70k/ year
- Nursing Assistant - Geriatrics and Extended CarePermanent$42k–$67k/ year
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