Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Illinois

$30,396 $98,644
10th pct Median: $57,351 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$30,396
25th Percentile$41,293
50th (Median)$57,351
75th Percentile$79,144
90th (Top Earners)$98,644
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Illinois median salary of $57,351 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses has the purchasing power of approximately $57,872 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Illinois's lower cost of living (COL index: 99.1) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses make in Illinois?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Illinois earn a median annual salary of $57,351 per year ($27.57/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $54,620.
Is Illinois a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Illinois pays above the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Illinois is near the national average (COL index: 99.1).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Illinois?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 99.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $57,351 salary in Illinois has the purchasing power of approximately $57,872 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Illinois increase real purchasing power.
How does Illinois compare to neighboring states for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Illinois

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $348,810
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $321,531
3 Neurologists $310,380
4 Surgeons, All Other $309,246
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $285,474
6 Psychiatrists $262,288
7 Physicians, Pathologists $256,116
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $255,507
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Illinois

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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