Chicago Minimum Wage 2026 (IL)
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Chicago, IL · Minimum Wage 2026
Effective 2026-07-01
Chicago Minimum Wage vs. Illinois
| Jurisdiction | Minimum Wage | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $17.05/hr | — |
| Illinois (state rate) | $15.00/hr | City is +$2.05/hr higher |
Does Chicago Have Its Own Minimum Wage?
A city or county minimum wage ordinance sets a higher local wage floor than the state minimum, and employers within that jurisdiction must pay the higher local rate.
Yes. Chicago has enacted its own local minimum wage ordinance, currently set at $17.05/hr, effective 2026-07-01. This rate is higher than the Illinois state minimum wage of $15.00/hr, and covered employers in Chicago must pay the local rate. Chicago sets its own minimum wage, $17.05/hr as of July 1, 2026 ($12.96/hr for tipped workers).
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Frequently Asked Questions
The minimum wage in Chicago is $17.05 per hour, set by the city's own local ordinance, effective 2026-07-01.
Yes. Chicago has enacted a local minimum wage ordinance set at $17.05/hr, higher than the Illinois state minimum of $15.00/hr.
Chicago's minimum wage of $17.05/hr is $2.05/hr higher than the Illinois state minimum of $15.00/hr.