Illinois sales tax at a glance
Illinois stopped collecting its 1% state grocery tax on Jan 1, 2026, but municipalities and counties may impose their own local grocery tax by ordinance.
| State sales tax rate | 6.25% |
| Average local rate | 2.73% |
| Average combined rate | 8.98% |
| Highest combined rate | 11% |
| Groceries | Exempt |
Illinois sales tax examples
| Price | State tax only | Tax at 8.98% | Total at 8.98% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $0.63 | $0.90 | $10.90 |
| $50 | $3.13 | $4.49 | $54.49 |
| $100 | $6.25 | $8.98 | $108.98 |
| $500 | $31.25 | $44.90 | $544.90 |
| $1,000 | $62.50 | $89.80 | $1,089.80 |
Also see the Illinois paycheck calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sales tax rate in Illinois?
The Illinois state sales tax rate is 6.25%. Local taxes add an average of 2.73%, for an average combined rate of 8.98%; the highest combined rate in the state is 11%.
Are groceries taxed in Illinois?
Groceries are exempt from the Illinois state sales tax, although local sales taxes may still apply.
How do I calculate sales tax in Illinois?
Multiply the price by the combined rate. At the average combined rate of 8.98%, a $100 purchase adds $8.98 in tax for a total of $108.98.