As of July 1, 2020 the minimum wage in Chicago is $13.50 per hour for employers with 4 to 20 workers, and $14 per hour for employers with 21 or more workers. Tipped workers (workers who receive tips as part of their wage, like restaurant servers) have a minimum wage of $8.10 for employers with 4 to 20 workers, and $8.40 for employers with 21 or more workers. If a tipped worker’s wages plus tips do not equal at least the full minimum wage, the employer must make up the difference.

The minimum wage for City contracts or concessionaire agreements is $14.15 per hour, or $7.65 per hour for tipped workers.

Chicago’s minimum wage goes up every July 1st, and is dependent on the number of employees at a business. See the notice below for more information.

File a Complaint by calling 311, using CHI 311, or by filling out a Complaint Form (Español).

Download Notice (English | Español) for display at the place of employment (11X17) and to be provided with first paychecks (8.5X11)  (English | Español)

Additional Information:

• Frequently Asked Questions (English) | (Español)
• Current Minimum Wage Ordinance I Minimum Wage Amendments Effective July 1, 2020
• Minimum Wage Rules

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