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Starting a business in Illinois

Your profession shapes the work. Your state shapes the questions to ask. Start with the source, then speak with local advisors.

Illinois

Small businesses
1,353,957
Share of businesses
99.6%
Share of employees
43.7%
Source: SBA Office of Advocacy, 2025 State Small Business Profile ↗

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