Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$49.18/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in Illinois is $49.18 per hour. This is equal to the US average
Last updated on April 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
Acute Care Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$49.18/hour
Illinois
This is equal to the US average
$49.10/hour
United States
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care Nurse jobs in Illinois?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Acute Care Nurse jobs in Illinois?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| BJC HealthCare | $40 | $40 |
Last updated on April 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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