Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Illinois
The median licensed practical nurse in Illinois earns $31.74 an hour, or $66,030 a year. That’s $1.77 above the national median, ranking #17 of 51.
- Median hourly$31.74
- Median yearly$66,030
- Bottom 10% earn under$24.59/hr
- Top 10% earn over$40.35/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$32.91
- LPN/LVNs employed18,230
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Illinois, occupation 29-2061. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all LPN/LVNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Illinois
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $41.54/hr | $86,410/yr |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | $21.52/hr | $44,750/yr |
| Nurse Practitioner | $61.84/hr | $128,620/yr |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024 state estimates.
Open LPN/LVN jobs in Illinois
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Primary Care ClinicSSM HealthIllinois$22.18–$35.49/hrLPN/LVNFull-time
- Practical NurseVeterans Health AdministrationIllinois$45k–$76k/yrLPN/LVNFull-timeCloses Dec 29, 2026
- Licensed Practical NurseLifespace CommunitiesGeneva, IL$30.88–$42.43/hrLPN/LVNFull-time
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Surgery ClinicSSM HealthIllinois$22.18–$35.49/hrLPN/LVNFull-time
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRNHealogicsDecatur, IL$25.89–$34.10/hrLPN/LVNPer diem / PRN
- Licensed Practical NurseLifespace CommunitiesDowners Grove, IL$30.88–$42.43/hrLPN/LVNFull-time