Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary
$34.58/hour
The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Illinois is $34.58 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $33.83.
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$34.58/hour
Illinois
2% higher than the US average.
$33.83/hour
United States
What type of LPN / LVN Nurses make the most money in Illinois?
Only LPN / LVN reports pay data among Nursing specialties in Illinois, averaging $20 per hour. For comparison, the Illinois average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $35 per hour — LPN / LVN earns 42% less.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| LPN / LVN | $20 | $20 |
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Ohio pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $36 per hour, followed by Kansas ($35) and Missouri ($35). Ohio also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $38. For comparison, the Illinois average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $35 per hour — Ohio pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $36 | $38 |
| Kansas | $35 | $35 |
| Missouri | $35 | $38 |
| Michigan | $24 | $30 |
| Wisconsin | $22 | $28 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Illinois?
CoreCivic pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $39 per hour, followed by WellBe Senior Medical ($34) and Elara Caring ($31). For comparison, the Illinois average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $35 per hour — CoreCivic pays 12% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| CoreCivic | $39 | $39 |
| WellBe Senior Medical | $34 | $34 |
| Elara Caring | $31 | $32 |
| Phoenix Home Care & Hospice | $30 | $30 |
| Graham Healthcare Group | $28 | $30 |
Last updated on October 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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LPN / LVN - Correctional
- Midwest Regional Reception Center
- Broadview, IL
$35-43/hour
Level II - Home Health LPN / LVN
- WellBe Senior Medical
- Springfield, IL
$30-38/hour
LPN / LVN - Home Health
- Elara Caring
- McHenry, IL
$28-35/hour
LPN / LVN
- Elara Caring
- Tinley Park, IL
$25-35/hour
LPN / LVN - Home Health Private Duty
- Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
- Collinsville, IL
$25-35/hour
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