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.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax 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 SalaryMax 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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