Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $75,000 | $66,500 | +13% |
| Median hourly wage | $36.06 | $31.97 | +13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $75,000.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Illinois is $75,000, or about $36.06 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Licensed Practical Nurses is $66,500. Illinois is +13% above the national median.
Entry-level licensed practical nurses in Illinois typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 17,440 licensed practical nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $75,000, Illinois offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.