Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse Salary
$49.80/hour
The average salary for a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Illinois is $49.80 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $51.88.
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$49.80/hour
Illinois
4% lower than the US average.
$51.88/hour
United States
How does the pay for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Only Wisconsin reports pay data for Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses, averaging $60 per hour. For comparison, the Illinois average for Registered Nurses is $50 per hour — Wisconsin pays 21% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $60 | $60 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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