Minimum wage

Illinois Minimum Wage 2026

Illinois minimum wage is $15.00/hr in 2026. Tipped minimum, scheduled increases, and what it means for hiring hourly workers.

Illinois minimum wage: $15.00 per hour. Tipped minimum: $9.00. Updated 2026-05-15.

Chicago $16.20, Cook County $14.05.

Local minimum wages in Illinois

  • Chicago: $16.60/hr

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Illinois minimum wage FAQ

What is the minimum wage in Illinois?

The minimum wage in Illinois is $15.00 per hour as of 2026-05-15. Chicago $16.20, Cook County $14.05.

What is the tipped minimum wage in Illinois?

The tipped minimum wage in Illinois is $9.00 per hour. Employers must make up the difference if tips do not bring earnings to the full $15.00 minimum.

Is Illinois's minimum wage going up?

There are no scheduled minimum wage increases in Illinois at this time.

Minimum wage by state, tipped minimum wage by state, overtime rules.