Illinois paycheck taxes at a glance (2026)
| State income tax | Flat 4.95% income tax |
|---|---|
| Standard deduction | None |
| Personal exemptions & credits | $2,925 per person |
| Local income taxes | None |
| Disability / paid leave deductions | None |
| Federal taxes | Income tax plus Social Security 6.2% and Medicare 1.45% |
Good to know
- Flat 4.95% state income tax on wages.
- IL-W-4 allowance: $2,925 per person in 2026 (you, your spouse, and each dependent).
- No Illinois city — including Chicago — taxes wages.
- Pre-tax 401(k) and Section 125 health premiums reduce Illinois taxable wages.
Illinois salary after taxes (2026)
Take-home pay at common Illinois salaries. The table follows the filing status, pay frequency and deductions you enter above.
| Salary | State & local | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,340 | $24,945 | $959.42 |
| $40,000 | $1,835 | $32,485 | $1,249.42 |
| $50,000 | $2,330 | $40,025 | $1,539.42 |
| $60,000 | $2,825 | $47,565 | $1,829.42 |
| $75,000 | $3,568 | $58,025 | $2,231.72 |
| $100,000 | $4,805 | $74,375 | $2,860.57 |
| $125,000 | $6,043 | $90,661 | $3,486.95 |
| $150,000 | $7,280 | $106,511 | $4,096.57 |
Illinois hourly paycheck examples
Weekly take-home pay for common hourly wages in Illinois. Need a yearly figure? Use the hourly to salary calculator.
| Hourly wage | Weekly gross | Weekly take-home | Yearly take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15.00/hr | $600.00 | $497.11 | $25,850 |
| $18.00/hr | $720.00 | $587.59 | $30,555 |
| $20.00/hr | $800.00 | $647.91 | $33,691 |
| $25.00/hr | $1,000.00 | $798.71 | $41,533 |
| $30.00/hr | $1,200.00 | $949.51 | $49,374 |
| $40.00/hr | $1,600.00 | $1,218.99 | $63,388 |
Illinois vs. neighboring states
Take-home pay on the same pay — $75,000 a year — in Illinois and the states around it.
| State | State & local taxes | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | $2,198 | $59,394 | $2,284.40 |
| Kentucky | $2,507 | $59,085 | $2,272.50 |
| Missouri | $2,534 | $59,059 | $2,271.50 |
| Wisconsin | $2,594 | $58,998 | $2,269.15 |
| Indiana | $3,293 | $58,300 | $2,242.29 |
| Illinois | $3,568 | $58,025 | $2,231.72 |
Frequently asked questions
How much is Illinois state tax on a paycheck?
Illinois withholds 4.95% of your wages after subtracting $2,925 per IL-W-4 allowance. A single filer earning $60,000 pays about $2,825 a year, or $108.66 every two weeks.
Does Chicago have a city income tax?
No. Chicago and other Illinois cities do not tax wages, though Chicago has a monthly employer head tax that does not come out of your pay.
Is the IL-W-4 different from the federal W-4?
Yes. Illinois uses its own IL-W-4 with allowances. Your federal W-4 choices do not change your Illinois withholding.
What is the Illinois income tax rate in 2026?
Illinois has a flat 4.95% income tax. Deductions, exemptions and credits mean your effective rate is lower than the top rate.
How much is $50,000 a year after taxes in Illinois?
A single filer earning $50,000 in Illinois takes home about $40,025 a year, or $1,539.42 every two weeks, after $3,820 federal income tax, $3,825 FICA and $2,330 in Illinois taxes.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Illinois?
About $74,375 a year ($2,860.57 per biweekly paycheck) for a single filer with no pre-tax benefits — a total tax rate of 25.6%.
How much is $25 an hour after taxes in Illinois?
Working 40 hours a week at $25 an hour, a single filer in Illinois takes home about $798.71 a week, or $41,533 a year.
How often are the Illinois rates updated?
We verify federal and Illinois rates every January and whenever Illinois changes its law mid-year. Current figures were verified October 31, 2026 for tax year 2026.
Sources
- Illinois Department of Revenue (IL-W-4)
- IRS: 2026 inflation adjustments (Rev. Proc. 2025-32)
- IRS Publication 15-T (federal withholding methods)
- SSA: 2026 Social Security wage base ($184,500)
- Tax Foundation: 2026 State Income Tax Rates and Brackets
Rates last verified October 31, 2026 by Easy Paycheck Calculator Editorial Team. See the methodology for every formula.