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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nursery Practitioner in Illinois is $119,424 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.
However, a Nursery Practitioner's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Nursery Practitioner Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $127,041 | $10,587 | $2,443 | $61 |
| Average | $119,424 | $9,952 | $2,297 | $57 |
| 25th Percentile | $113,036 | $9,420 | $2,174 | $54 |
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A Nursery Practitioner'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Nursery Practitioner'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Nursery Practitioner | $116,285 |
| Intermediate Level Nursery Practitioner | $116,763 |
| Senior Level Nursery Practitioner | $119,089 |
| Specialist Level Nursery Practitioner | $122,225 |
| Expert Level Nursery Practitioner | $122,785 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Nursery Practitioners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Nursery Practitioner 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, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Nursery Practitioner positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Nursery Practitioner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $143,309 | $69.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Nursery Practitioner'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $127,041 | $10,587 | $2,443 | $61 |
| Average | $119,424 | $9,952 | $2,297 | $57 |
| 25th Percentile | $113,036 | $9,420 | $2,174 | $54 |
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