Nurse Manager Salary Guide: Chicago, IL
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$51.11/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager in Chicago, IL is $51.11 per hour. This is 13% lower than the Illinois average of $57.65.
Last updated on November 4, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Manager salaries in Chicago, IL compared to State and National Averages
$51.11/hour
Chicago, IL
11% higher than the US average.
$57.65/hour
Illinois
21% higher than the US average.
$45.61/hour
United States
How Nurse Manager Salaries in Chicago Compare to Other Cities
How Nurse Manager Salaries in Chicago Compare to Other Cities
Belleville, Illinois
$50/hour
This is 1% lower than the Chicago average of $51.11.
Saint Louis, Missouri
$51/hour
This is 1% higher than the Chicago average of $51.11.
Louisville, Kentucky
$31/hour
This is 64% lower than the Chicago average of $51.11.
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Nurse Managers?
Only Belleville, Illinois reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $50 per hour. Belleville, Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Chicago, IL average for Registered Nurses is $51 per hour — Belleville, Illinois pays 1% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville, Illinois | $50 | $58 |
Last updated on November 4, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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