Certified Nursing Assistant salary in Oregon
Certified Nursing Assistants in Oregon earn a median of $23.27 per hour, about $48,390 a year, 22% above the U.S. median of $19.01. The middle half earn between $21.75 and $26.93 per hour. The highest median among Oregon metro areas is in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, at $23.33 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $23.27median pay per hour
- $48,390median pay per year
- 12,800employed in Oregon
- #1of 50 states by median pay
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in Oregon: percentiles
| Level | Oregon per hour | Oregon per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.32 | $40,190 | $15.09 |
| Lower quartile | $21.75 | $45,240 | $17.44 |
| Median | $23.27 | $48,390 | $19.01 |
| Upper quartile | $26.93 | $56,010 | $22.15 |
| Top 10% | $29.09 | $60,510 | $24.11 |
Certified Nursing Assistant pay by metro area in Oregon
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Oregon median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $23.33 | $48,520 | 7,600 | in line with | $22.13 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $23.22 | $48,300 | 380 | in line with | $23.75 |
| Salem, OR | $23.21 | $48,280 | 1,330 | in line with | $22.39 |
| Bend, OR | $22.86 | $47,560 | 490 | 2% below | $22.06 |
| Albany, OR | $22.63 | $47,070 | 390 | 3% below | — |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $22.55 | $46,900 | 1,290 | 3% below | $22.20 |
| Medford, OR | $22.36 | $46,520 | 840 | 4% below | $22.04 |
| Corvallis, OR | $21.06 | $43,790 | 340 | 9% below | $20.25 |
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 Oregon
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Oregon |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $22.32 | $46,420 | 4% below Oregon |
| Idaho | $18.04 | $37,530 | 22% below Oregon |
| Nevada | $21.67 | $45,060 | 7% below Oregon |
| Washington | $23.20 | $48,260 | in line with Oregon |
What employers are posting in Oregon
- 9roles with published pay
- $27.06median pay per hour
- $23–$30typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Charles Health System | 6 | $27.06 |
| CommonSpirit Health | 2 | $27.95 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $20.53 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 9 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 Oregon · Certified Nursing Assistant salary nationwide · Oregon state guide
Common questions
How much does a certified nursing assistant make in Oregon?
The median is $23.27 per hour, about $48,390 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $19.32 and the top 10% earn over $29.09 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Oregon city pays certified nursing assistants the most?
Among Oregon metro areas, Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA has the highest median at $23.33 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Oregon rank for certified nursing assistant pay?
Oregon ranks 1st 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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- 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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