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Wage Comparison in Illinois
Compare Your Illinois Salary
Illinois offers competitive salaries with a flat state income tax rate, particularly strong in finance, manufacturing, agriculture, and technology sectors, with Chicago serving as the major economic center and transportation hub.
- • Compare by Chicago, Springfield, Rockford, and Peoria areas
- • Factor in Illinois’s flat 4.95% state income tax
- • Consider finance, manufacturing, and agriculture sectors
Illinois Salary Factors
Chicago: Finance, tech, healthcare
Manufacturing: Machinery, food processing
Agriculture: Corn, soybeans, livestock
Major transportation hub
Average Salary in Illinois
Illinois Industry Averages
Illinois’s economy is driven by finance, manufacturing, agriculture, and technology. Chicago is a major financial center, while the state leads in agricultural production and manufacturing, offering diverse career opportunities.
Finance
$85,000
Average annual salary
Manufacturing
$58,000
Average annual salary
Healthcare
$72,000
Average annual salary
Technology
$88,000
Average annual salary
Illinois Salary Factors
- • Chicago financial district
- • Strong manufacturing base
- • Agricultural leadership
- • Transportation hub
- • Diverse economy
- • Major universities
Illinois Minimum Wage
Illinois State Minimum Wage
Illinois has a higher minimum wage than the federal rate and continues to increase annually. The state is committed to reaching $15 per hour for all workers, with different rates for tipped employees.
Illinois Minimum Wage
$13.00
per hour (2025)
Annual Full-Time
$27,040
40 hours/week, 52 weeks
Illinois vs Other States
Note: Illinois minimum wage is scheduled to reach $15/hour by 2025, with annual increases.
Illinois Tax Information
Understanding Illinois Taxes
Illinois has a flat state income tax rate of 4.95% on all income levels. The state also has local taxes that vary by municipality, and Chicago has additional taxes including a city income tax.
Federal Income Tax
Progressive rates from 10% to 37% based on income
Illinois State Income Tax
Flat rate of 4.95% on all income
Social Security Tax
6.2% on income up to $168,600 (2025 limit)
Medicare Tax
1.45% on all income, plus 0.9% on income over $200,000
Illinois Tax Structure
State Income Tax
- • 4.95% flat rate on all income levels
- • No additional brackets or progressive rates
- • Standard deduction available
- • Personal exemptions allowed
Local Taxes
Many municipalities have local income taxes. Chicago has additional city taxes that can affect your total tax burden.
Sales Tax
Illinois has a 6.25% state sales tax, with local taxes bringing the total to 7-11% in most areas.
Important Note
This calculator provides estimates. Consult a tax professional for personalized advice and accurate calculations.