Douglas County taxpayers paid $71,278 in Countywide Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $72,766.
Over the past 12 months, Douglas County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $813,695 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 Douglas County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $71,278 | -2% |
| April | $72,766 | 22.2% |
| March | $59,533 | -8.6% |
| February | $65,152 | -10.2% |
| January | $72,576 | 10.2% |
| December 2024 | $65,857 | -10.6% |
| November 2024 | $73,706 | 12.9% |
| October 2024 | $65,298 | -3.2% |
| September 2024 | $67,461 | 5.5% |
| August 2024 | $63,947 | -2.8% |
| July 2024 | $65,776 | -6.5% |
| June 2024 | $70,345 | 5.2% |
| May 2024 | $66,892 | – |
