Taxi fares in Chicago

The official taxi meter rates for Chicago, United States, from the tariff published by the local authority.

Last updated August 17, 2026

This tariff is due for re-verification against its source. Check the source before relying on a fare.

Taxi

Flag fall	$3.25
Distance	$1.80 per mile
Time	$0.3333 per minute

Extras

First additional passenger (ages 13–64) When applicable	$1.00
Each additional passenger after first (ages 13–64) When applicable	$0.50
Convenience fee for electronic payment When applicable	$0.50
Vomit clean-up fee When applicable	$50.00
Illinois airport departure tax	$4.00

Example fares

Estimated with these rates for a trip with no waiting time, before extras, tolls and tips.

Trip	Estimated fare
2 mi	$6.85
5 mi	$12.25
10 mi	$21.25

Source

These rates come from the published tariff below. Tariffs change, so check the source before relying on a fare.

Official tariff (chicago.gov)

Taxi fare questions

How much does a taxi cost in Chicago?

With the Taxi tariff, a 5 mi trip with no waiting time costs about $12.25 before extras and tips. The meter starts at $3.25.

Where do these Chicago taxi rates come from?

From the official tariff published at chicago.gov. Meter last updated these rates on August 17, 2026. Tariffs change, so the published source is the final word.

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