Clark County taxpayers paid $168,491 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $177,822.
Over the past 12 months, Clark County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $1.8 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for county governments’ use.
A 2025 WalletHub study found that Illinois has the highest overall taxes in the U.S., with rates more than 50% higher than the national average. The study estimates that a median household in Illinois pays an effective tax rate of 16.58%, or about $13,099 per year.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $168,491 | -5.2% |
| April | $177,822 | 25.4% |
| March | $141,858 | -2.7% |
| February | $145,846 | -10.3% |
| January | $162,533 | 19.2% |
| December 2024 | $136,404 | -7.9% |
| November 2024 | $148,026 | 6.4% |
| October 2024 | $139,128 | -3.4% |
| September 2024 | $143,957 | -3% |
| August 2024 | $148,439 | 3.2% |
| July 2024 | $143,807 | -5.6% |
| June 2024 | $152,330 | 8.4% |
| May 2024 | $140,576 | – |
