Certified Nursing Assistant salary in Kansas
The median certified nursing assistant in Kansas earns $17.75 an hour, or $36,910 a year. That’s $1.26 below the national median, ranking #40 of 51.
- Median hourly$17.75
- Median yearly$36,910
- Bottom 10% earn under$14.97/hr
- Top 10% earn over$22.11/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$18.56
- CNAs employed23,950
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Kansas, occupation 31-1131. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all CNAs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Kansas
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $37.53/hr | $78,060/yr |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $28.81/hr | $59,920/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $59.95/hr | $124,690/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open CNA jobs in Kansas
- CNA - PT Nights - Good Samaritan - Long Term CareSanford HealthOlathe, KS$17–$25.50/hrCNAPart-timeNights
- CNA - PT Day - Good Samaritan - Long Term CareSanford HealthOlathe, KS$17–$25.50/hrCNAPart-timeDaysSign-on bonus
- Nursing Assistant - Mental HealthVeterans Health AdministrationTopeka, KS$38k–$62k/yrCNAPsychFull-timeCloses Nov 9, 2026
- Certified Nurse AideLifespace CommunitiesPrairie Village, KS$16.95–$23.31/hrCNAFull-time
- Certified Nursing AssistantThe University of Kansas Health SystemGreat Bend, KSCNAPart-time
- Certified Nursing AssistantErickson Senior LivingOverland Park, KSCNAFlexible / otherNightsEvenings$2,000 sign-on bonus