Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Crystal Lake, IL
Mercy · Illinois
$105.00–$200.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
CRNA jobs in Waukegan, IL
The median CRNA pay in the Waukegan area is $115+ per hour ($239,200+ a year), with the typical range running from $97.05 to $115+. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Waukegan. The free report below lists employers near Waukegan and what they pay.
- $115+median pay per hour, Chicago
- $97–$115+typical range per hour
- 700CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Waukegan, IL
The metro median is in line with the Illinois statewide median of $115+ per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 700 nurse anesthetists employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.48).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $59.83 | $124,450 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $97.05 | $201,860 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nurse Anesthetists (SOC 29-1151), all industries. Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Waukegan
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
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.
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Get my free pay reportTravel assignment per diem in Waukegan
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $195 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,009 |
| 13-week assignment | $26,117 |
Travel CRNA assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. 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).
Open CRNA roles in Illinois
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Waukegan as they open.
Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Rockford, IL
Mercy · Illinois
$105.00–$200.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
CRNA - Rockford, IL $182,000 - $311,000
Mercy · Illinois
$183k–$311k/ year
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Part-Time CRNA - Crystal Lake, IL $125,000 - $195,000
Mercy · Illinois
$183k–$311k/ year
Hospitals in Waukegan
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waukegan, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of CRNAs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Medical Center East Waukegan, IL | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Lake Behavioral Hospital Waukegan, IL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Lake County
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lake County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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.
CRNA pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenosha, WI | 15 mi | $115+/hr | 99,578 |
| Palatine, IL | 20 mi | $115+/hr | 65,951 |
| Arlington Heights, IL | 20 mi | $115+/hr | 75,596 |
| Racine, WI | 25 mi | $115+/hr | 78,057 |
License and tax basics in Illinois
Illinois is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Illinois board for a license by endorsement before working here.
Illinois taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Waukegan
Waukegan city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do CRNAs make in Waukegan, IL?
CRNAs in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year. The middle half earn between $97.05 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do CRNAs work in Waukegan?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Waukegan, led by Vista Medical Center East. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Waukegan as a CRNA?
Illinois is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Illinois board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Waukegan in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active primary care shortage designations that include Lake 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 Waukegan?
The federal per diem benchmark in Waukegan is $195 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,009 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Waukegan?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MercyIllinois · 4 postings$135.62/ hr$88–$200
- Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 4 postings$173.59/ hr$142–$200
- MercyWisconsin · 3 postings$152.50/ hr$88–$200
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 7 postings$145.43/ hr$130–$161
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Low$88Median$135.62High$200
4 CRNA postings with published pay in Illinois, 0 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 CRNA roles
- PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Crystal Lake, ILPer diem$105.00–$200.00/ hour
- PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Rockford, ILPer diem$105.00–$200.00/ hour
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