Do I have to pay taxes on Etsy sales?

Yes. Etsy reports your sales to the IRS on a 1099-K if you earn over $600. You must report all Etsy income on Schedule C and pay self-employment tax (15.3%) plus income tax on net profit.

What can Etsy sellers deduct on taxes?

Etsy sellers can deduct supplies, shipping costs, Etsy fees, packaging materials, home studio portion, equipment, software subscriptions, and mileage for business trips. Keep all receipts.

How much should I save for taxes as an Etsy seller?

Etsy sellers should save 25-30% of net profit for taxes. If you earn $20,000 net on Etsy, set aside $5,000-$6,000 for federal self-employment and income taxes.

Etsy Tax Calculator — Illinois 2026

Free Etsy tax calculator for Illinois (IL). Includes the 4.95% Illinois state income tax plus federal SE tax (15.3%) and federal income tax. Quarterly payment schedule with Google Calendar export. No signup required.

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Etsy Taxes in Illinois — 2026 Guide

How Etsy Taxes Work in Illinois

Illinois has a flat 4.95% state income tax rate. Etsy workers in Illinois must file IL-1040-ES for quarterly state estimated payments. Note: Illinois does not conform to some federal deductions.

SE Tax

15.3%

Federal (all states)

Federal Tax

10–37%

Based on income

IL State Tax

4.95%

Illinois rate

2026 Quarterly Tax Deadlines for Illinois

Quarter	Due Date	Federal (1040-ES)	IL State
NOWQ1 2026	April 15, 2026	✓ Required	Required
Q2 2026	June 16, 2026	✓ Required	Required
Q3 2026	September 15, 2026	✓ Required	Required
Q4 2026	January 15, 2027	✓ Required	Required

Top Tax Deductions for Etsy Workers in Illinois

Shipping & packaging materials

Home office — $5/sq ft up to 300 sq ft

Photography equipment & props

Art & craft supplies (materials, tools)

Etsy listing fees & transaction fees

Inventory & raw material costs

Self-employed health insurance premiums

Accounting software & subscriptions

Half of self-employment tax (SE tax deduction)

P.O. box for business address

Phone & internet (business use %)

Business courses & education

FAQ — Etsy Taxes in Illinois 2026

Q: How much is Etsy tax in Illinois?

In Illinois, Etsy workers pay 15.3% self-employment tax, federal income tax (10–37%), plus 4.95% Illinois state income tax. On $30,000 net income, expect to owe approximately $7,933 total.

Q: Do I need to make quarterly payments in Illinois?

Yes. In Illinois, you must make both federal quarterly estimated payments (IRS Form 1040-ES) and Illinois state quarterly payments if you expect to owe $1,000 or more.

Q: What is the self-employment tax rate in Illinois for Etsy workers?

The federal self-employment tax rate is 15.3% regardless of state. This covers Social Security (12.4%) and Medicare (2.9%). In Illinois, you additionally pay 4.95% state income tax.

Q: Does Etsy take out taxes in Illinois?

No. Etsy classifies workers as independent contractors, not employees. No taxes are withheld from your payments. You are responsible for paying all federal SE tax, federal income tax, and Illinois state income tax yourself, typically through quarterly estimated payments.

Disclaimer: State tax rates are for estimation purposes. Verify with your state's department of revenue or a licensed CPA. Not affiliated with the IRS, Etsy, or any government agency.

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