The Illinois minimum wage for 2026 is $15.00 per hour. Chicago and Cook County set higher local minimum wages.
The tipped cash wage is 60% of the minimum, or $9.00.
Wage rates for 2026
Basic minimum wage
$15.00 per hour
Tip credit
Yes Allowed
Tipped cash wage
$9.00 per hour
Youth / training wage
Workers under 18 who work 650 hours or less per year may be paid $13.00/hour.
Overtime & premium pay
| Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Weekly | 40 hours (1.5x) |
Applies to employers with 4 or more employees, excluding family members.
Related labor laws in Illinois
Paid sick leave
Required. Illinois' Paid Leave for All Workers Act provides up to 40 hours of paid leave per year.
Overtime
Overtime is required after 40 hours (1.5x) in a week. Applies to employers with 4 or more employees, excluding family members.
Pay frequency & final paycheck
Rules for how often employees must be paid and when a final paycheck is due vary. Confirm the current requirements with the Illinois Department of Labor.