Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$49.73/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in Illinois is $49.73 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $48.76.
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$49.73/hour
Illinois
2% higher than the US average.
$48.76/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Surgical Stepdown Nurses?
Only Belleville, Illinois reports pay data for Surgical Stepdown Nurses, averaging $50 per hour. Belleville, Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Illinois average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $50 per hour — Belleville, Illinois pays 1% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville, Illinois | $50 | $58 |
How does the pay for Surgical Stepdown Nurses in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Missouri ($50) and Kansas ($44). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Illinois average for Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $50 per hour — Wisconsin pays 14% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $57 | $59 |
| Missouri | $50 | $58 |
| Kansas | $44 | $47 |
Last updated on September 22, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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