Calculate your actual take-home pay after federal and state taxes. Free, accurate, updated for 2026.
Your Bi-weekly take-home pay
$2,323.83
| Gross Pay | $3,048.19 |
| Federal Income Tax | −$340.29 |
| State Tax (IL) | −$150.89 |
| Social Security | −$188.99 |
| Medicare | −$44.20 |
| Take-Home Pay | $2,323.83 |
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Illinois has a flat income tax rate of 4.95%. This means all taxable income is taxed at the same rate regardless of how much you earn.
Illinois has a flat income tax rate of 4.95%.
Unlike many states with progressive tax systems, Illinois applies the same rate to all income levels. This makes calculating your tax liability straightforward: simply multiply your taxable income by 4.95%.
On a $75,000 salary in Illinois, your estimated take-home pay is approximately $57,436 per year, or $2,209 per biweekly paycheck.
Your actual take-home pay depends on your filing status, pre-tax deductions (like 401(k) contributions), and other factors. Use our calculator above for a personalized estimate based on your specific situation.
With a flat rate of 4.95%, Illinois falls in the middle range of 16 flat-tax states. The median household income in Illinois is $79,253.
See estimated take-home pay for common salary levels in Illinois.
| Annual Salary | Take-Home Pay | Per Biweekly Check | Effective Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $39,739 | $1,528 | 20.5% |
| $75,000 | $57,436 | $2,209 | 23.4% |
| $100,000 | $73,786 | $2,838 | 26.2% |
| $150,000 | $105,853 | $4,071 | 29.4% |
On a $50,000 salary in Illinois, your estimated take-home pay is approximately $39,739 per year after federal taxes, Illinois state tax, Social Security, and Medicare. This works out to about $1,528 per biweekly paycheck.
On a $100,000 salary in Illinois, your estimated take-home pay is approximately $73,786 per year. This works out to about $2,838 per biweekly paycheck, with an effective tax rate of 26.2%.
No, Illinois does not have local income taxes. You only need to account for federal and Illinois state taxes.
Tax data last updated: January 2026. Calculations use 2026 federal and state tax rates.
This calculator provides estimates only. For tax advice, consult a qualified professional.