Behavioral Health Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Behavioral Health Nurse Salary
$37.50/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Nurse in Illinois is $37.50 per hour. This is 41% lower than the US average of $52.78.
Last updated on June 13, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Behavioral Health Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$37.50/hour
Illinois
41% lower than the US average.
$52.78/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Behavioral Health Nurses?
Only Belleville, Illinois reports pay data for Behavioral Health Nurses, averaging $50 per hour. Belleville, Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Illinois average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $38 per hour — Belleville, Illinois pays 33% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville, Illinois | $50 | $58 |
How does the pay for Behavioral Health Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Behavioral Health Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Michigan ($50) and Missouri ($48). Michigan has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the Illinois average for Behavioral Health Nurses is $38 per hour — Kansas pays 50% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $56 | $59 |
| Michigan | $50 | $61 |
| Missouri | $48 | $56 |
| Wisconsin | $42 | $52 |
| Ohio | $36 | $36 |
Last updated on June 13, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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