Long Term Care Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Long Term Care Nurse Salary
$51.93/hour
The average salary for a Long Term Care Nurse in Illinois is $51.93 per hour. This is 7% higher than the US average of $48.47.
Last updated on November 2, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Long Term Care Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$51.93/hour
Illinois
7% higher than the US average.
$48.47/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Long Term Care Nurses?
Belleville, Illinois pays Long Term Care Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Chicago, Illinois ($50) and Evanston, Illinois ($37). Belleville, Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Illinois average for Long Term Care Nurses is $52 per hour — Belleville, Illinois pays 3% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville, Illinois | $50 | $58 |
| Chicago, Illinois | $50 | $52 |
| Evanston, Illinois | $37 | $50 |
| Highland Park, Illinois | $37 | $50 |
How does the pay for Long Term Care Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Long Term Care Nurses the most, averaging $61 per hour, followed by Minnesota ($57) and Missouri ($56). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $69. For comparison, the Illinois average for Long Term Care Nurses is $52 per hour — Wisconsin pays 17% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $61 | $69 |
| Minnesota | $57 | $60 |
| Missouri | $56 | $62 |
| Kansas | $55 | $59 |
| Ohio | $46 | $51 |
| Iowa | $46 | $50 |
| Michigan | $44 | $48 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Long Term Care Nurse jobs in Illinois?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Long Term Care Nurses the most, averaging $46 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($41). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Illinois average for Long Term Care Nurses is $52 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 12% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $46 | $56 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $41 | $41 |
Last updated on November 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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