Illinois Paystub Generator — Free & Instant

Create accurate paystubs for Illinois employees with Flat 4.95% state income tax, plus all applicable deductions automatically calculated.

Illinois Tax Overview (2026)

4.95%
Flat Income Tax Rate
Federal Income Tax
10% – 37%
Social Security
6.20%
Medicare
1.45%
State Income Tax
4.95%
Minimum Wage
$14.00/hr

All Taxes & Deductions on a Illinois Paystub

Deduction Rate Type Notes
Federal Income Tax 10% – 37% Federal Progressive brackets based on income and filing status
Social Security (OASDI) 6.20% Federal Up to $168,600 wage base (2024)
Medicare (HI) 1.45% Federal No wage base limit; +0.9% Additional Medicare Tax over $200K
Illinois State Income Tax 4.95% State Flat rate

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About Illinois Payroll

Illinois has a flat income tax rate mandated by its state constitution, and a 2020 ballot measure to switch to a graduated tax was rejected by voters. The state has no local income taxes.

Illinois uses a flat income tax system with a top rate of 4.95%. Combined with federal taxes and FICA, Illinois workers typically see 4 separate deductions on their paystubs. Our generator handles all of these calculations automatically.

Paystub Requirements

Employers must provide an itemized statement of deductions made from wages each pay period.

Pay Frequency Rules

Employers must pay at least semi-monthly. Executive, administrative, and professional employees may be paid monthly.

Illinois Paystub FAQ

What taxes and deductions appear on a Illinois paystub?

A typical Illinois paystub includes 4 deductions: Federal Income Tax (10%-37%), Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), Illinois State Income Tax (4.95%). Our generator calculates all of these automatically.

What is the Illinois state income tax rate?

Illinois has a flat income tax rate of 4.95%, which applies to all taxable income regardless of income level.

What is the minimum wage in Illinois?

The current minimum wage in Illinois is $14.00 per hour. Our paystub generator supports any hourly rate or annual salary amount. Some cities and counties may have higher local minimum wage requirements.

Is this Illinois paystub generator free?

Yes! You can generate a free Illinois paystub with a SAMPLE watermark at no cost and no signup required. To remove the watermark for professional use, paid plans start at just $5.99.

What information do I need to create a Illinois paystub?

You'll need: company name and address, employee name, pay rate (hourly or salary), pay frequency, and the pay period date. Our form also supports optional fields like hire date, EIN, SSN (last 4 digits), additional earnings, and custom deductions.

Illinois Minimum Wage

$14.00
per hour (2026)

Quick Facts

  • Income Tax: 4.95% (Flat)
  • Social Security: 6.2% (employee share)
  • Medicare: 1.45% (employee share)
  • Personal Exemption: $2,625
  • Total Deductions: 4 line items

Did You Know?

Illinois has a flat income tax rate mandated by its state constitution, and a 2020 ballot measure to switch to a graduated tax was rejected by voters. The state has no local income taxes.

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