Nurse Informaticist jobs in Bloomington, IL
Nurse Informaticists in the Bloomington area earn a median of $38.49 per hour, about $80,060 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $34.47 and $46.95. That ranks 249th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 255th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bloomington. The free report below lists employers near Bloomington and what they pay.
- $38.49median pay per hour, Bloomington
- $34–$47typical range per hour
- 1,590nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Bloomington, IL
The metro median is 7% below the Illinois statewide median of $41.54 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 1,590 registered nurses employed in the Bloomington metro area, 17.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.83).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.08 | $60,490 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.47 | $71,700 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.49 | $80,060 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.95 | $97,660 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.80 | $103,580 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Bloomington ranks
- 249th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 255th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 7 Illinois metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse informaticist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Bloomington
- Overall prices in Bloomington run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% below the U.S. average (index 74.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.49 median hour buys what $41.15 buys at the national price level, 9% below 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.
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- Per year: $69,282
- Per month: $5,774
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bloomington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Bloomington
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bloomington.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph Medical Center Bloomington, 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.
Nurse Informaticist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal, IL | 3 mi | $38.49/hr | 53,304 |
| Peoria, IL | 39 mi | $40.72/hr | 111,696 |
| Decatur, IL | 43 mi | $40.44/hr | 68,763 |
| Champaign, IL | 44 mi | $39.40/hr | 91,961 |
| Springfield, IL | 59 mi | $39.27/hr | 112,949 |
| Joliet, IL | 84 mi | $46.38/hr | 151,837 |
Nurse Informaticist jobs in Illinois · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Illinois
Nurse informaticists connect clinical practice and health IT, improving workflows and EHR tools.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience plus informatics training or certification
- EHR build or analyst experience
Illinois taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse informaticists make in Bloomington, IL?
Nurse Informaticists in the Bloomington metro area have a median pay of $38.49 per hour, about $80,060 a year. The middle half earn between $34.47 and $46.95 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bloomington a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Bloomington ranks 255th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 249th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Bloomington?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bloomington, led by St Joseph Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Bloomington as a nurse informaticist?
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.
Does Valorem Health place nurse informaticists in Bloomington?
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- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 1 posting$152.07/ hr$138–$167
- Stanford Children's HealthMENLO PARK, CA · 1 posting$101.46/ hr$90–$113
- CommonSpirit HealthLOS ANGELES, CA · 1 posting$67.81/ hr$55–$81
- CommonSpirit HealthTACOMA, WA · 1 posting$62.82/ hr$47–$78
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