Float Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Float Nurse Salary
$48.40/hour
The average salary for a Float Nurse in Illinois is $48.40 per hour. This is 6% higher than the US average of $45.59.
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Float Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$48.40/hour
Illinois
6% higher than the US average.
$45.59/hour
United States
How does the pay for Float Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Float Nurses the most, averaging $61 per hour, followed by Missouri ($47) and Michigan ($43). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $65. For comparison, the Illinois average for Float Nurses is $48 per hour — Wisconsin pays 26% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $61 | $65 |
| Missouri | $47 | $50 |
| Michigan | $43 | $43 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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