2026 salary estimate
Labor and Delivery Nurse Salary in Naperville, IL 2026
Estimated hourly, weekly, monthly, annual, and take-home pay for labor and delivery nurse roles in Naperville, with comparison against Illinois and national benchmarks.
Estimated annual pay
$92,988
Hourly
$44.71
Weekly
$1,788
Monthly
$7,749
Take-home est.
$5,661/mo
Hourly, weekly, monthly, and annual pay
Hourly
$44.71
Weekly
$1,788
Monthly
$7,749
Annual
$92,988
Compared with state and national averages
| Benchmark | Annual | Hourly | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naperville, IL | $92,988 | $44.71 | Local estimate |
| Illinois average | $86,100 | $41.39 | Naperville is 8% above |
| National baseline | $82,000 | $39.42 | Naperville is 13% above |
Estimated salary range
This range is an estimate, not a guaranteed offer band. Experience level, shift differentials, facility type, union contracts, weekend premiums, and travel nursing status can move actual compensation materially.
| Range | Annual pay | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $66,951 | $32.19 |
| 25th percentile | $79,970 | $38.45 |
| Median estimate | $92,988 | $44.71 |
| 75th percentile | $106,006 | $50.96 |
| 90th percentile | $122,744 | $59.01 |
Nearby city comparison
Take-home pay estimate
The calculator starts with the local gross salary estimate and subtracts a simplified federal tax estimate plus the listed Illinois state income tax rate.
Is this pay good?
For Naperville, the estimated labor and delivery nurse salary is 8% above the Illinois specialty average and 13% above the national baseline. Treat that as a directional signal rather than a final career decision: compare the offer against benefits, shift requirements, commute, patient acuity, overtime availability, and employer retirement match.
FAQ
How much does a Labor and Delivery Nurse make in Naperville, IL?
The 2026 estimate is $92,988 per year, or about $44.71 per hour, before taxes. Actual offers can vary by hospital, shift differential, experience, certifications, and contract type.
Is Naperville a good place for Labor and Delivery Nurse pay?
Naperville is estimated to be 8% above the Illinois average and 13% above the national baseline for this specialty after local cost-of-living adjustment.
What is the estimated take-home pay in Naperville?
Using a simplified federal tax estimate and Illinois state income tax rate, estimated take-home pay is about $67,928 per year, or $5,661 per month. This is not tax advice.
Where does this salary estimate come from?
TrueNursePay starts with a national specialty baseline, then applies state cost-of-living, city market, and state income tax assumptions. The estimate was last updated on April 29, 2026.
Data source and calculation method
Last updated April 29, 2026. TrueNursePay uses a national specialty salary baseline for labor and delivery nurse, then applies state cost-of-living and city market multipliers. Take-home pay uses a simplified federal tax assumption and the current state income tax rate stored in this model. These figures are estimates for comparison and planning, not payroll, tax, legal, or financial advice.
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