Certified Nursing Assistant salary in Delaware
Certified Nursing Assistants in Delaware earn a median of $18.87 per hour, about $39,240 a year, 1% below the U.S. median of $19.01. The middle half earn between $17.44 and $21.00 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $18.87median pay per hour
- $39,240median pay per year
- 5,660employed in Delaware
- #24of 50 states by median pay
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Delaware: percentiles
| Level | Delaware per hour | Delaware per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.69 | $32,640 | $15.09 |
| Lower quartile | $17.44 | $36,280 | $17.44 |
| Median | $18.87 | $39,240 | $19.01 |
| Upper quartile | $21.00 | $43,680 | $22.15 |
| Top 10% | $23.07 | $47,990 | $24.11 |
Certified Nursing Assistant pay by metro area in Delaware
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Delaware median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover, DE | $18.06 | $37,570 | 970 | 4% below | — |
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 Delaware
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $19.23 | $40,000 | 2% above Delaware |
| New Jersey | $21.59 | $44,910 | 14% above Delaware |
| Pennsylvania | $19.77 | $41,110 | 5% above Delaware |
What employers are posting in Delaware
- 4roles with published pay
- $21.85median pay per hour
- $20–$24typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Amedisys | 2 | $21.75 |
| Select Medical | 2 | $21.85 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 4 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 Delaware · Certified Nursing Assistant salary nationwide · Delaware state guide
Common questions
How much does a certified nursing assistant make in Delaware?
The median is $18.87 per hour, about $39,240 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $15.69 and the top 10% earn over $23.07 (BLS, May 2024).
Where does Delaware rank for certified nursing assistant pay?
Delaware ranks 24th 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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- Select MedicalWilmington, DE · 2 postings$21.85/ hr$20–$24
- AmedisysMilford, DE · 2 postings$21.75/ hr$20–$23
- CommonSpirit HealthBURIEN, WA · 7 postings$31.52/ hr$23–$41
- Emanate HealthCovina, CA · 6 postings$28.75/ hr$21–$34
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- Nursing Assistant (NA) / Full-time NightsPermanent$19.70–$24.00/ hour
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