Lawrence County taxpayers paid $28,283 in Countywide Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $27,524.
Over the past 12 months, Lawrence County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $308,339 in Countywide Sales Tax.
The Countywide Sales 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.
Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Lawrence County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $28,283 | 2.8% |
| May | $27,524 | -8.8% |
| April | $30,187 | 20.8% |
| March | $24,995 | 3.3% |
| February | $24,206 | -12.6% |
| January | $27,698 | 11.7% |
| December 2024 | $24,800 | -3% |
| November 2024 | $25,565 | 3% |
| October 2024 | $24,810 | 2.4% |
| September 2024 | $24,227 | 4.5% |
| August 2024 | $23,189 | 1.5% |
| July 2024 | $22,855 | -2.6% |
| June 2024 | $23,473 | – |
