Nurse Informaticist jobs in Hammond, IN
The median nurse informaticist pay in the Hammond area is $46.38 per hour ($96,480 a year), with the typical range running from $39.10 to $50.35. That ranks 85th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 104th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 72 hospitals in the Hammond metro area. The free report below lists employers near Hammond and what they pay.
- $46.38median pay per hour, Chicago
- $39–$50typical range per hour
- 100,620nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Hammond, IN
The metro median is 19% above the Indiana statewide median of $38.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 100,620 registered nurses employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 22.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.06).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.65 | $72,070 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.10 | $81,330 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.38 | $96,480 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.35 | $104,730 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $56.77 | $118,080 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Hammond ranks
- 85th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 104th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
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 Hammond
- 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).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.38 median hour buys what $44.77 buys at the national price level, 1% 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: $83,484
- Per month: $6,957
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area
CMS lists 72 hospitals in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital Evanston, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital Dekalb, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Mchenry, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers New Lenox, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Alexius Medical Center Hoffman Estates, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Condell Medical Center Libertyville, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital Downers Grove, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary, IN | 8 mi | $46.38/hr | 67,555 |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 15 mi | $46.38/hr | 56,531 |
Nurse Informaticist jobs in Indiana · Nurse Informaticist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Indiana
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
Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Hammond
Hammond city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nurse informaticists make in Hammond, IN?
Nurse Informaticists in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $46.38 per hour, about $96,480 a year. The middle half earn between $39.10 and $50.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Hammond a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 104th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 85th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Hammond?
CMS lists 72 hospitals in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area, led by Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Hammond as a nurse informaticist?
Indiana is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Indiana license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place nurse informaticists in Hammond?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Hammond and across Indiana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Hammond.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- 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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11 Informaticist postings with published pay in the US, 10 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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