How much does a New Graduate Registered Nurse make in IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a New Graduate Registered Nurse in Illinois is $75,299. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $59,394 to a high of $86,702, with most professionals earning between $66,974 and $81,268.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
New Graduate Registered Nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $59,394 IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $66,974 IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $75,299 IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $81,268 IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile New Graduate Registered Nurse Salary $86,702 IL April 01, 2025
25% $66,974 10% $59,394 90% $86,702 75% $81,268 $75,299 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a New Graduate Registered Nurse ?

A Registered Nurse (RN) is a nurse who has graduated from a nursing program and met the requirements outlined by a country, state, province or similar licensing body to obtain a nursing license. An RN's scope of practice is determined by legislation, and is regulated by a professional body or council. Registered nurses are employed in a wide variety of professional settings, and often specialize in a field of practice. They may be responsible for supervising care delivered by other healthcare workers, including student nurses, licensed practical nurses, unlicensed assistive personnel, and les...

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $74,356 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $74,097 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $67,636 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $68,010 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $68,945 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $74,097 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $67,722 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $67,197 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $68,945 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $65,628 Date Updated April 01, 2025
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