Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Champaign, IL
The median utilization review nurse pay in the Champaign area is $39.40 per hour ($81,960 a year), with the typical range running from $36.41 to $46.11. That ranks 189th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 184th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Champaign. The free report below lists employers near Champaign and what they pay.
- $39.40median pay per hour, Champaign
- $36–$46typical range per hour
- 3,740utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Champaign, IL
The metro median is 5% below the Illinois statewide median of $41.54 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 3,740 registered nurses employed in the Champaign-Urbana metro area, 35.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.68).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.47 | $65,460 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.41 | $75,730 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.40 | $81,960 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.11 | $95,910 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.36 | $100,590 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Champaign ranks
- 189th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 184th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 7 Illinois metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for utilization review nurse. 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 Champaign
- Overall prices in Champaign-Urbana run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.40 median hour buys what $42.50 buys at the national price level, 6% 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: $70,920
- Per month: $5,910
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Champaign-Urbana metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Champaign
CMS lists 1 hospital in Champaign.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pavilion Champaign, IL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Utilization Review Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, IL | 39 mi | $40.44/hr | 68,763 |
| Bloomington, IL | 44 mi | $38.49/hr | 79,232 |
| Normal, IL | 47 mi | $38.49/hr | 53,304 |
| Terre Haute, IN | 66 mi | $38.05/hr | 58,531 |
| Springfield, IL | 76 mi | $39.27/hr | 112,949 |
| Lafayette, IN | 77 mi | $37.18/hr | 71,757 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Illinois · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Illinois
Utilization review nurses assess admissions and services for medical necessity and coordinate with payers.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience in acute care
- InterQual or MCG experience
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Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in Champaign, IL?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Champaign-Urbana metro area have a median pay of $39.40 per hour, about $81,960 a year. The middle half earn between $36.41 and $46.11 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Champaign a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Champaign-Urbana ranks 184th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 189th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Champaign?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Champaign, led by The Pavilion. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Champaign as an utilization review nurse?
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 utilization review nurses in Champaign?
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- Emanate HealthCovina, CA · 1 posting$66.34/ hr$52–$81
- Veterans Health AdministrationPhiladelphia, PA · 1 posting$56.65/ hr$39–$74
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$53.62/ hr$39–$68
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 1 posting$48.05/ hr$36–$60
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