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Chicago Minimum Wage Increases in July 2025 for Employees
As of July 1, 2025, the Chicago minimum wage has increased again, giving workers across the city a boost in earnings. Whether you work full-time, part-time, in a restaurant, or as a domestic worker, it is essential to understand how much you are legally entitled to earn and how to ensure your paycheck reflects that amount.
2025 Illinois Minimum Wage: Key Changes Employers Must Know
The 2025 Illinois minimum wage increase represents the final step in a statewide plan to improve worker compensation. Beginning January 1, 2025, the minimum wage in Illinois is $15.00 per hour for workers aged 18 and older. This adjustment completes a phased approach that began in 2019 when the minimum wage was $8.25, aiming to increase earnings for low-wage workers across the state gradually.