salary$80,930 a year$39 an hour · median pay in the Rockford, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$66,320per year
Top pay (top 10%)$112,790per year
Jobs in the area4,620people work this job
Can a registered nurse afford Rockford?
Cheap. Rent of $1,218 a month takes 18.1% of the median registered nurse salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Rockford, IL?
The median pay for a registered nurse in the Rockford, IL area is $80,930 a year ($39 an hour). Most earn between $66,320 and $112,790.
Can a registered nurse afford to live in Rockford?
Typical rent of $1,218 a month takes 18.1% of the median registered nurse salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Rockford, IL metro area.