Registered Nurse salary in Illinois
The median registered nurse in Illinois earns $41.54 an hour, or $86,410 a year. That’s $3.46 below the national median, ranking #24 of 51.
- Median hourly$41.54
- Median yearly$86,410
- Bottom 10% earn under$31.22/hr
- Top 10% earn over$54.00/hr
- Average (mean) hourly$43.81
- RNs employed139,900
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024, Illinois, occupation 29-1141. bls.gov/oes. Figures are estimates for all RNs in the state, not offers.
Other nursing roles in Illinois
| Role | Median hourly | Median yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $31.74/hr | $66,030/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 RN jobs in Illinois
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Gastroenterology Clinic (Niles)Advocate HealthNiles, IL$35.50–$53.25/hrRNFull-time
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Lactation ConsultantAdvocate HealthIllinois$38.20–$57.30/hrRNPart-timeDays
- Registered NurseDaVita Kidney CareQuincy, IL$35–$49/hrRNDialysisPart-time
- Registered NurseDaVita Kidney CareEvanston, IL$39–$54/hrRNDialysisFull-time
- Registered Nurse (RN) WCC Float PoolHSHS (Hospital Sisters Health System)Springfield, IL$34–$51/hrRNPer diem / PRN
- Registered NurseSSM HealthIllinois$34.41–$55.06/hrRNPart-timeDaysSign-on bonus