Illinois Minimum Wage 2026
The Illinois minimum wage is $15.00 an hour in 2026. Illinois reached $15.00 on January 1, 2025. Chicago and Cook County set higher local minimums.
| Hourly | $15.00 |
| Daily (8 hours) | $120.00 |
| Weekly (40 hours) | $600.00 |
| Every 2 weeks | $1,200.00 |
| Monthly | $2,600.00 |
| Yearly | $31,200 |
| Overtime hour (1.5×) | $22.50 |
| Federal income tax | -$1,564 |
| Social Security + Medicare | -$2,387 |
| Illinois taxes | -$1,400 |
| Take-home pay | $25,850 |
Illinois vs neighboring states
| State | 2026 minimum wage | Full-time yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| Indiana | $7.25 | $15,080 |
| Wisconsin | $7.25 | $15,080 |
| Iowa | $7.25 | $15,080 |
| Missouri | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| Kentucky | $7.25 | $15,080 |
Common questions
What is the Illinois minimum wage in 2026?
The Illinois minimum wage is $15.00 an hour in 2026. Illinois reached $15.00 on January 1, 2025. Chicago and Cook County set higher local minimums.
When did the Illinois minimum wage last change?
The current $15.00 rate has applied since January 1, 2025.
How much is minimum wage full time in Illinois after taxes?
Working 40 hours a week, $15.00 an hour is $31,200 a year before taxes. A single filer keeps about $25,850 a year, or $994.21 every two weeks, after federal and Illinois taxes.
Is the Illinois minimum wage higher than the federal minimum wage?
Yes. At $15.00 an hour, Illinois's minimum is $7.75 (107%) above the federal $7.25. When state and federal rates differ, employers must pay the higher one.
What is overtime pay at the Illinois minimum wage?
Overtime is at least 1.5 times the regular rate, so each overtime hour at the Illinois minimum wage pays at least $22.50.
Some workers, such as tipped employees, minors and employees of very small businesses, may have different minimums. Check the Illinois labor department for your situation.