Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Mental Health Nurse Salary
$32.52/hour
The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Illinois is $32.52 per hour. This is 62% lower than the US average of $52.70.
Last updated on December 13, 2023. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Mental Health Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$32.52/hour
Illinois
62% lower than the US average.
$52.70/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?
Only Belleville, Illinois reports pay data for Mental 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 Mental Health Nurses is $33 per hour — Belleville, Illinois pays 53% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville, Illinois | $50 | $58 |
How does the pay for Mental Health Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Mental Health Nurses the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Missouri ($49). Kansas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Illinois average for Mental Health Nurses is $33 per hour — Kansas pays 79% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $58 | $59 |
| Missouri | $49 | $58 |
Last updated on December 13, 2023. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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