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Registered Nurses Salary in Illinois
Ranked #24 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of registered nursess in Illinois earn between $69,170 and $118,190. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean registered nurses salary in Illinois is $94,360, about 7% below the U.S. average ($101,420). That works out to roughly $45/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $100,490 | $97,930 | 100,240 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $90,230 | $90,970 | 3,520 |
| Decatur, IL | $87,170 | $87,530 | 790 |
| Kankakee, IL | $86,220 | $91,550 | 1,390 |
| Springfield, IL | $84,220 | $89,200 | 4,110 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $83,230 | $85,760 | 3,600 |
| Peoria, IL | $81,010 | $86,570 | 5,460 |
| Rockford, IL | $80,930 | $87,550 | 4,620 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do registered nurses make in Illinois?
The median registered nurses salary in Illinois is $95,990 per year (mean $94,360), and about 80% earn between $69,170 and $118,190.
How much do registered nurses make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $45 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $94,360 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for registered nurses?
Illinois ranks #24 of 51 states for registered nurses pay. Its mean salary of $94,360 is about 7% below the U.S. average of $101,420.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay registered nurses the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for registered nurses are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($100,490), Champaign-Urbana, IL ($90,230), Decatur, IL ($87,170), by median annual wage.