Healthcare Springfield, IL Pop. 114,394

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Springfield, Illinois

The median nurse practitioner salary in Springfield, IL is $105,801 per year, which is 13% below the national median and 10.3% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$105,801
vs State Avg
$-12,161
vs National
$-15,809
Cost of Living
85%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $78,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,850 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$78,300
$-11,700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$106,140
$-15,860 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$134,850
$-20,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, IL

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $75,777
25th Percentile $90,654
Median (50th) $105,801
75th Percentile $124,845
90th Percentile $146,334

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$133,771
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$132,555
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$117,962
Pop. 197,757
Rockford, IL
$102,152
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Springfield

Education

Most nurse practitioner positions require a master's degree. Springfield and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Advanced AssessmentPharmacologyDiagnosisPatient EducationEMR SystemsClinical Decision-Making

Job Outlook

Nationally, nurse practitioner employment is projected to grow 40% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Springfield may vary based on local industry and population growth.