Illinois Minimum Wage 2026: $15.00/hr

Last updated: June 2026 — Source: Illinois Department of Labor

Illinois has its own minimum wage law. The state rate of $15.00/hr applies to most covered employees.

Minimum Wage

$15.00

per hour

Tipped Wage

$9.00

per hour (cash wage)

Effective Date

2025-01-01

Illinois Overtime Rules

Weekly overtime threshold 40 hours
State overtime law Yes — state law

Illinois requires overtime at 1.5x for hours over 40 per week. Broader coverage than FLSA — applies to employers with 4+ employees.

Additional Information

Illinois reached $15.00 on January 1, 2025. Tipped minimum cash wage is 60% of the state minimum wage ($9.00/hr). Chicago and Cook County have higher local rates ($16.20 and $14.05 respectively as of 2026).

Official source: Illinois Department of Labor · Overtime: state labor standards

Data sourced from official state labor department websites and the US Department of Labor (dol.gov). Last updated: June 2026. Calculator results are estimates for informational purposes only. For disputes involving unpaid wages or wrongful termination, consult a licensed employment attorney in your state.

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