Cardiac Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Cardiac Stepdown Nurse Salary
$49.28/hour
The average salary for a Cardiac Stepdown Nurse in Illinois is $49.28 per hour. This is 1% lower than the US average of $49.72.
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Cardiac Stepdown Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$49.28/hour
Illinois
1% lower than the US average.
$49.72/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Cardiac Stepdown Nurses?
Only Belleville, Illinois reports pay data for Cardiac Stepdown Nurses, averaging $50 per hour. 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 2% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville, Illinois | $50 | $58 |
How does the pay for Cardiac Stepdown Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Cardiac Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $59 per hour, followed by Michigan ($56) and Missouri ($50). Michigan has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the Illinois average for Registered Nurses is $49 per hour — Kansas pays 20% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $59 | $59 |
| Michigan | $56 | $61 |
| Missouri | $50 | $56 |
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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