Minimum Wages Increased Jan. 1, 2024
Don’t forget: the minimum wages increased to $14 for non-tipped workers and $8.40 for tipped workers, effective January 1. Contact @Cook County Commission on Human Rights if you are not receiving the correct wages.
COOK COUNTY MINIMUM WAGE ORDINANCE
Cook County’s minimum wage is based on the greatest rate among the Federal minimum wage, Illinois State minimum wage, or on the County’s calculation using the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Pursuant to the Minimum Wage Ordinance (Sec. 42-13) and rules (Sec. 2.04), the County’s minimum wage calculation may not be used when the unemployment rate in Cook County is 8.5% or greater.
On January 1, 2024, the minimum wage for tipped workers will increase to $8.40 and the minimum wage for non-tipped workers will increase to $14.00.
You can find a sample notice for employees, rules and regulations, and frequently asked questions in the Downloads section of this page.
