Student Loan Calculators Illinois

Illinois Student Loan Repayment Calculator

Calculate student loan payments in Illinois. Compare standard, IDR, and forgiveness plans. See total cost with state tax impact.

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Illinois Quick Facts

5.0% Income Tax Rate

2.27% Property Tax Rate

$72,205 Median Income

96.4 Cost of Living

How This Calculator Works

Calculation methodology and assumptions

Student loan repayment calculator for Illinois residents. Standard repayment uses fixed amortization. Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) estimate is 10% of discretionary income (income above 225% of federal poverty level). Illinois taxes income at up to 4.95%, affecting your net repayment cost. Federal student loan interest deduction: up to $2,500/year if income qualifies.

Key State Information

Illinois student loan facts: Median income $72,205 | Cost of living index: 96.4 | State income tax up to 4.95%. Average student debt nationally: ~$37,000.

Standard financial formulas Pre-filled with real state data Estimates only — not financial advice

Data Source

Federal Student Aid, Census Bureau

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are student loan repayment options in Illinois?

Illinois residents can use federal repayment plans: Standard (10 years fixed), Graduated, Extended, and Income-Driven (SAVE, PAYE, IBR, ICR). With Illinois's income tax of up to 4.95%, effective cost of repayment is higher. PSLF is available for qualifying public service workers after 120 payments.

How much is the average student loan payment in Illinois?

Based on the national average debt of $37,000 at 5.5% interest, the standard monthly payment is about $401/month over 10 years. In Illinois, with a median income of $72,205, this represents about 7% of median household income.