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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
May 2024 release
Registered Nurse Salary in Illinois
Median Annual in Illinois
$85,877/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$41.29/hr
▬ 0% about even with U.S. median
groups Employed in IL
141,798
public U.S. Median
$86,070
trending_up National Outlook
+6%
Registered Nurse pay in Illinois, explained
Registered nurses in Illinois earn a median of $85,877 per year ($41.29 per hour), in line with the national median of $86,070. Entry-level workers earn around $56,679, while the most experienced registered nurses reach about $125,381. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Illinois.
Registered Nurse in Illinois: FAQ
How much do registered nurses make in Illinois?
Registered nurses in Illinois earn a median of $85,877 per year ($41.29 per hour), compared with $86,070 nationally.
Does Illinois pay registered nurses well?
At $85,877, Illinois pays about the same as the national median for registered nurses. An estimated 141,798 work in the state.