Long Term Care CNA Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Long Term Care CNA Salary
$14.31/hour
The average salary for a Long Term Care CNA in Illinois is $14.31 per hour. This is 27% lower than the US average of $18.21.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Long Term Care CNA salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$14.31/hour
Illinois
27% lower than the US average.
$18.21/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Long Term Care CNAs?
Geneva, Illinois and Aurora, Illinois pay Long Term Care CNAs the most, both averaging $15 per hour. Geneva, Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $19. For comparison, the Illinois average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $14 per hour — Geneva, Illinois and Aurora, Illinois pay 4% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Geneva, Illinois | $15 | $19 |
| Aurora, Illinois | $15 | $19 |
Last updated on October 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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