Illinois
IL2026 Tax DataIncome Tax Calculator
Calculate your Illinois income tax based on your annual income and filing status.
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Calculate sales tax for any purchase in Illinois, including local rates.
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Illinois Tax Overview 2026
Illinois has a flat income tax rate of 4.95%. The state sales tax rate is 6.25% and property taxes average 2.08% of home value.
- Sales Tax: Base rate 6.25%. Combined rate up to 11.00% with local taxes.
- Groceries: Subject to full sales tax
- Prescriptions: Exempt from sales tax
- Clothing: Subject to sales tax
- Property Tax: Effective rate of 2.08% on a median home value of $195,300
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Illinois Tax FAQ
What is the income tax rate in Illinois for 2026?
Illinois's income tax rate ranges from 4.95% (flat rate). Use our Illinois income tax calculator above to estimate your specific tax.
What is the sales tax rate in Illinois?
The base state sales tax rate in Illinois is 6.25%. With local taxes, the combined rate can reach up to 11.00%. Groceries are generally subject to sales tax.
Does Illinois tax retirement income?
Illinois taxes retirement income such as pensions and 401(k) distributions as ordinary income. However, Illinois exempts all retirement income from state tax.
What is the standard deduction in Illinois for 2026?
The standard deduction for single filers in Illinois is $2,775 and $5,550 for married couples filing jointly.
How do Illinois tax rates compare to other states?
Illinois's top income tax rate of 4.95% is around the national average. Combined state and local sales tax rates in Illinois are 6.25%. Use our comparison tools to see how Illinois stacks up against neighboring states.