Nursing Home Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Nursing Home Nurse Salary
$54.03/hour
The average salary for a Nursing Home Nurse in Illinois is $54.03 per hour. This is 12% higher than the US average of $47.65.
Last updated on October 20, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nursing Home Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$54.03/hour
Illinois
12% higher than the US average.
$47.65/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Long Term Care Nurses?
Only Belleville, Illinois reports pay data for Nursing Home Nurses, averaging $50 per hour. Belleville, Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Illinois average for Nursing Home Nurses is $54 per hour — Belleville, Illinois pays 7% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville, Illinois | $50 | $58 |
How does the pay for Long Term Care Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Nursing Home Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Iowa ($46) and Ohio ($46). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Illinois average for Nursing Home Nurses is $54 per hour — Minnesota pays 5% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $57 | $60 |
| Iowa | $46 | $50 |
| Ohio | $46 | $51 |
| Michigan | $45 | $48 |
| Kentucky | $43 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nursing Home Nurse jobs in Illinois?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nursing Home Nurses, averaging $45 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $51. For comparison, the Illinois average for Nursing Home Nurses is $54 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 16% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $45 | $51 |
Last updated on October 20, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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