Certified Nursing Assistant salary in Illinois
The median certified nursing assistant in Illinois earns $21.52 an hour, or $44,750 a year. That’s $2.51 above the national median, ranking #15 of 51.
- Median hourly$21.52
- Median yearly$44,750
- Bottom 10% earn under$17.44/hr
- Top 10% earn over$24.42/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$21.13
- CNAs employed64,660
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Illinois, occupation 31-1131. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all CNAs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Illinois
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $41.54/hr | $86,410/yr |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $31.74/hr | $66,030/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $61.84/hr | $128,620/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open CNA jobs in Illinois
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - SICU FT.9 NOCAdvocate HealthIllinois$20.80–$31.20/hrCNAICUFull-timeNights
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Float Pool PT.6 DaysAdvocate HealthIllinois$20.80–$31.20/hrCNAPer diem / PRNNightsDays
- Nursing AssistantVeterans Health AdministrationChicago, IL$39k–$64k/yrCNAFull-timeCloses Nov 9, 2026
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)Silver Cross HospitalNew Lenox, IL$18.65–$22.85/hrCNAFull-time
- Certified Nursing AssistantLifespace CommunitiesGeneva, IL$18.68–$25.63/hrCNAFull-time
- Certified Nurse AideLifespace CommunitiesDowners Grove, IL$18.68–$25.63/hrCNAFull-timeDays