Rn Unit Manager Salary in Illinois

How much does a Rn Unit Manager make in Illinois?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rn Unit Manager in Illinois is $139,042 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

However, a Rn Unit Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $163,712
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $126,578 to $151,955
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,230
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View as table View as graph 25% $126,578 10% $115,230 90% $163,712 75% $151,955 $139,042 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Rn Unit Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $151,955 $12,663 $2,922 $73
Average $139,042 $11,587 $2,674 $67
25th Percentile $126,578 $10,548 $2,434 $61
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Key Factors That Influence Rn Unit Manager Salaries

A Rn Unit Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Rn Unit Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Rn Unit Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $105,239
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $119,557
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $139,907
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $169,482
  • Expert (over 8 years): $208,175
Levels Salary
Charge Nu... Level Rn Unit Manager$105,239
Nursing S... Level Rn Unit Manager$119,557
Rn Unit M... Level Rn Unit Manager$139,907
Nursing S... Level Rn Unit Manager$169,482
Nursing D... Level Rn Unit Manager$208,175
$105,239 0 yr
$119,557 < 2 yrs
$139,907 2-4 yrs
$169,482 5-8 yrs
$208,175 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Rn Unit Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Effingham: $128,169
  • Saint Peter: $127,993
  • Salem: $128,480

Rn Unit Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Rn Unit Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Rn Unit Manager positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Rn Unit Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Rn Unit Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$166,850$80.020%

Rn Unit Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rn Unit Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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    Rockford, IL

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    Belleville, IL

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