Illinois minimum wage
$15.00 USD per hour
In effect since 2026-01-01.
Full-time equivalent: $31,200.00 USD per year, at 40 hours a week for 52 weeks.
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Rates by category
| Category | Hourly | In effect since |
|---|---|---|
| general | $15.00 USD | 2026-01-01 |
| tipped | $9.00 USD | 2026-01-01 |
| minor | $13.00 USD | 2026-01-01 |
Sources
- https://labor.illinois.gov/laws-rules/fls/minimum-wage-law.html
- https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/state/minimum-wage/tipped
Verified against sources on 2026-07-23.