Illinois Minimum Wage: $15.00/hr
Current minimum wage information for Illinois, including the tipped employee wage, overtime rules, exemptions, and any scheduled increases.
Data last updated: Jan 15, 2025 $15.00 State minimum wage
$9.00 Tipped minimum wage
$7.25 Federal minimum wage
Key Takeaways
- State minimum wage: $15.00/hr.
- Tipped minimum wage: $9.00/hr.
- Effective: 2025-01-01.
- Scheduled increases: Reached $15.00 in 2025. Annual CPI adjustments beginning January 1, 2026..
Wage Details
Scheduled Increases
Reached $15.00 in 2025. Annual CPI adjustments beginning January 1, 2026.
Local Exceptions
Chicago has a higher minimum wage ($16.20 for large employers, $15.00 for smaller employers as of 2025). Cook County also has a higher rate.
Overtime Rules
Illinois requires overtime at 1.5x after 40 hours per week.
Exemptions
Executive, administrative, and professional employees meeting salary thresholds are exempt. Workers under 18 may receive a lower training wage.
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