Illinois Paycheck Calculator

Illinois Paycheck Taxes in 2026

Illinois state income tax for 2026: Flat 4.95%. Our 2026 tax engine applies the flat 4.95% rate to taxable wages.

Every Illinois paycheck also has federal FICA withheld: Social Security at 6.2% of gross wages up to the $184,500 wage base (2026) and Medicare at 1.45% of all wages, plus an additional 0.9% Medicare surtax on wages above $200,000 per year.

The minimum wage in Illinois is $14.00 per hour.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much state income tax does Illinois take out of my paycheck?

Illinois state income tax for 2026 is Flat 4.95%. Our 2026 tax engine applies the flat 4.95% rate to taxable wages. Enter your gross pay and pay frequency above for an exact per-paycheck estimate.

How much are Social Security and Medicare (FICA) taxes in Illinois?

FICA is federal, so it is the same in Illinois as in every state: Social Security is 6.2% of gross wages up to the 2026 wage base of $184,500, and Medicare is 1.45% of all wages, with an additional 0.9% withheld on wages above $200,000 per year.

What is the minimum wage in Illinois in 2026?

The minimum wage in Illinois is $14.00 per hour. Enter your actual hourly rate or salary in the calculator to estimate your take-home pay per pay period.