Certified Nursing Assistant salary in Kentucky
The median certified nursing assistant in Kentucky earns $17.95 an hour, or $37,330 a year. That’s $1.06 below the national median, ranking #37 of 51.
- Median hourly$17.95
- Median yearly$37,330
- Bottom 10% earn under$14.24/hr
- Top 10% earn over$22.28/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$18.25
- CNAs employed22,910
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Kentucky, occupation 31-1131. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all CNAs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Kentucky
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $38.42/hr | $79,910/yr |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $28.10/hr | $58,450/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $54.74/hr | $113,870/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open CNA jobs in Kentucky
- Nursing Assistant-Inpatient CareVeterans Health AdministrationLouisville, KY$36k–$65k/yrCNAFull-timeCloses Nov 13, 2026
- Certified Nursing Assistant - Integrated CareOwensboro HealthLeitchfield, KYCNAPart-time
- Certified Nursing Assistant - Surgical Orthopedics & NeurologyOwensboro HealthOwensboro, KYCNAFull-time
- CNA | PRNHarmony Senior ServicesLouisville, KYCNAPer diem / PRN
- Certified Nurse Assistant - Pulmonary MedicalOwensboro HealthOwensboro, KYCNAFull-time
- Certified Nursing Assistant - Surgery PediatricsOwensboro HealthOwensboro, KYCNAPediatricsFull-time