Illinois Unemployment Benefits Calculator
Enter your base period wages to see your weekly benefit amount, maximum duration, and total potential benefits. Data verified August 2026.
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About Illinois Unemployment Insurance
Illinois pays approximately 47% of your average weekly wage during the base period, plus a dependent allowance of $104 per week for a spouse and $50 per dependent child, with an overall cap of $628 per week for up to 26 weeks.
To file a claim or learn more, visit the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) website. You can typically file online, by phone, or in person at a workforce center.
Illinois Unemployment FAQ
How much unemployment can I get in Illinois?
Illinois's maximum WBA is $628 (including dependent allowances). Your base benefit is roughly 47% of your average weekly base period wage. Married workers may add $104/week for a spouse; parents add $50/week per dependent child.
How long does Illinois unemployment last?
Up to 26 weeks of regular benefits.
Can I collect unemployment if I was fired in Illinois?
Yes, if you were not discharged for misconduct. Illinois broadly protects workers — many terminations that might seem like misconduct in other states are covered in Illinois.
Is there a waiting week in Illinois?
Yes. Illinois has a one-week waiting period.
Does Illinois add money for dependents?
Yes — $104/week for a spouse and $50/week per dependent child (up to the maximum WBA cap).
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