Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$49.43/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Illinois is $49.43 per hour. This is 3% lower than the US average of $50.73.
Last updated on October 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$49.43/hour
Illinois
3% lower than the US average.
$50.73/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Acute Care Nurses?
Belleville, Illinois pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Evanston, Illinois ($37). Belleville, Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Illinois average for Registered Nurses is $49 per hour — Belleville, Illinois pays 1% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville, Illinois | $50 | $58 |
| Evanston, Illinois | $37 | $50 |
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Kansas ($46) and Minnesota ($36). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Illinois average for Registered Nurses is $49 per hour — Missouri pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $51 | $62 |
| Kansas | $46 | $59 |
| Minnesota | $36 | $49 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care Nurse jobs in Illinois?
Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by BJC HealthCare ($40). For comparison, the Illinois average for Registered Nurses is $49 per hour — Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $41 | $41 |
| BJC HealthCare | $40 | $40 |
Last updated on October 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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