Illinois Sales Tax Calculator
Calculate Illinois sales tax instantly. State rate: 6.25%. Combined with local taxes up to 11.00%. Free calculator.
How This Calculator Works
Calculation methodology and assumptions
Illinois's state sales tax rate is 6.25%. Local jurisdictions (cities and counties) may add up to 4.75%, bringing the maximum combined rate to 11.00%. Some items like groceries and prescription drugs may be exempt or taxed at lower rates depending on the jurisdiction.
Key State Information
Illinois state sales tax: 6.25%. Maximum local add-on: 4.75%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the sales tax rate in Illinois?
Illinois's state sales tax rate is 6.25%. Adding local taxes, the combined rate can reach up to 11.00% depending on your city and county.
Does Illinois tax groceries?
Illinois generally exempts most unprepared food items from sales tax, though prepared foods/restaurant meals are taxable.
Are there sales tax holidays in Illinois?
Illinois does not currently offer sales tax holidays.