Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary in Illinois
Licensed practical nurses in Illinois earn an average of $54,080 per year (or $26.00 per hour).
Illinois licensed practical nurses earn 4% higher than the national average salary for LPNs, at $51,850 (or $24.93 per hour).
Licensed practical nurse salary range in Illinois
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $61,770 | $29 |
| 75th Percentile | $60,050 | $28 |
| Median | $52,700 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,260 | $22 |
80% of Illinois LPNs earn between $45,200 and $61,770.
Cost-of-living adjusted licensed practical nurse salary in Illinois
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Illinois LPNs earn about $53,810 per year. Cost-of-living in Illinois is 0% higher than the national average, meaning they face higher prices for food, housing, and transportation compared to other states.
How much do similar professions get paid in Illinois?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $250,280 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $120,470 per year |
| Nurse Midwife | $115,690 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $97,060 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $78,260 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $76,640 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $37,090 per year |
At a $54,080 average annual salary, LPNs in Illinois tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($250,280), nurse practitioners ($120,470), nurse midwives ($115,690), physical therapists ($97,060), registered nurses ($78,260), and dental hygienists ($76,640). They tend to earn more than pharmacy technicians ($37,090).
More about licensed practical nurses
Licensed practical nurses (also known as licensed vocational nurses) are licensed nurses who work with patients in all kinds of settings. They work under the supervision of a doctor, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse. This is an entry-level position within nursing. LPN duties depend on the setting in which they work. Some of their general responsibilities include taking vital signs, providing immunizations, wound care, and emotional support.
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