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Employment IL

IL Minimum Wage

Source: IL Department of Labor Verified: March 1, 2026

Illinois minimum wage is $15.00 per hour as of January 1, 2025 for employers with four or more employees. Tipped employees must receive at least $9.00 per hour. Workers under 18 may be paid $13.00 per hour for the first 90 days of employment.

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IL Department of Labor
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