Nurse Informaticist jobs in Decatur, IL
Pay for nurse informaticists in the Decatur area centers on $40.44 per hour, or about $84,120 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.00 and the upper quarter over $41.47. That ranks 158th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 84th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Decatur. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Decatur.
- $40.44median pay per hour, Decatur
- $37–$41typical range per hour
- 800nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Decatur, IL
The metro median is 3% below the Illinois statewide median of $41.54 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 800 registered nurses employed in the Decatur 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% | $31.72 | $65,980 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.00 | $76,960 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.44 | $84,120 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.47 | $86,260 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.68 | $101,250 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Decatur ranks
- 158th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 84th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Decatur
- Overall prices in Decatur run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 56.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.44 median hour buys what $45.74 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
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- Per year: $72,792
- Per month: $6,066
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Decatur metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Decatur
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Decatur.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur Memorial Hospital Decatur, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Marys Hospital Decatur, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, IL | 38 mi | $39.27/hr | 112,949 |
| Champaign, IL | 39 mi | $39.40/hr | 91,961 |
| Bloomington, IL | 43 mi | $38.49/hr | 79,232 |
| Normal, IL | 46 mi | $38.49/hr | 53,304 |
| Peoria, IL | 72 mi | $40.72/hr | 111,696 |
| Terre Haute, IN | 87 mi | $38.05/hr | 58,531 |
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 Decatur, IL?
Nurse Informaticists in the Decatur metro area have a median pay of $40.44 per hour, about $84,120 a year. The middle half earn between $37.00 and $41.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Decatur a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Decatur ranks 84th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 158th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Decatur?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Decatur, led by Decatur Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Decatur 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 Decatur?
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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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