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OB Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant
OSF Healthcare System · Rockford, IL
$19.13–$22.60/ hour
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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Rockford, IL
The median certified nursing assistant pay in the Rockford area is $18.73 per hour ($38,960 a year), with the typical range running from $18.20 to $21.38. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Rockford. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Rockford. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Rockford.
- $18.73median pay per hour, Rockford
- $18–$21typical range per hour
- 1,790employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
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OSF Healthcare System · Rockford, IL
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OSF Healthcare System · Rockford, IL
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Patient Care Assistant
UW Health · Rockford, IL
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Patient Care Technician (Float)
UW Health · Rockford, IL
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UW Health · Rockford, IL
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The metro median is 13% below the Illinois statewide median of $21.52 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 1,790 nursing assistants employed in the Rockford metro area, 12.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.43).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.43 | $36,250 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.20 | $37,860 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.73 | $38,960 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.38 | $44,470 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.07 | $47,990 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Rockford ranks
- 157th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 115th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 7 Illinois metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nursing Assistants (SOC 31-1131), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Rockford
- Overall prices in Rockford run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 30% below the U.S. average (index 70.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.73 median hour buys what $20.32 buys at the national price level, 7% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Rockford paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$674
- Per year: $33,714
- Per month: $2,810
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rockford metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rockford
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel certified nursing assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Rockford
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rockford, 0 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javon Bea Hospital Rockford, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Uw Health Rockford, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anthony Medical Center Rockford, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Winnebago County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Winnebago County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville, WI | 30 mi | $21.04/hr | 66,428 |
| Elgin, IL | 41 mi | $22.14/hr | 114,701 |
| Hoffman Estates, IL | 49 mi | $22.14/hr | 50,920 |
| Aurora, IL | 52 mi | $22.14/hr | 180,710 |
| Schaumburg, IL | 53 mi | $22.14/hr | 77,099 |
| Palatine, IL | 53 mi | $22.14/hr | 65,951 |
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License and tax basics in Illinois
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Illinois taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Rockford, IL?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Rockford metro area have a median pay of $18.73 per hour, about $38,960 a year. The middle half earn between $18.20 and $21.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rockford a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Rockford ranks 115th of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 157th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Rockford?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Rockford. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Rockford.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Rockford as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Rockford in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Winnebago County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Rockford?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rockford is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place certified nursing assistants in Rockford?
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Your CNA pay reportRockford, IL · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AccentCareNaperville, IL · 2 postings$22.50/ hr$20–$25
- ScionHealthNorthlake, IL · 5 postings$22.38/ hr$18–$27
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationChicago, IL · 16 postings$22.34/ hr$16–$27
- Fresenius Medical CareChicago, IL · 15 postings$22.00/ hr$14–$32
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$20.75High$27
117 CNA postings with published pay in Illinois, 99 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 117 CNA roles
- Patient Care Technician - PCTPermanent$18.00–$27.00/ hour
- Patient Care Assistant (CNA) Medical SurgicalPermanent$18.00–$26.88/ hour
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