Crawford County taxpayers paid $58,819 in Countywide Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $69,850.
Over the past 12 months, Crawford County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $616,347 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 Crawford County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $58,819 | -15.8% |
| April | $69,850 | 26.6% |
| March | $55,166 | 25.2% |
| February | $44,047 | -17.7% |
| January | $53,526 | 7% |
| December 2024 | $50,041 | 0.9% |
| November 2024 | $49,594 | -14.1% |
| October 2024 | $57,729 | 27.4% |
| September 2024 | $45,312 | 7.8% |
| August 2024 | $42,050 | -2.4% |
| July 2024 | $43,064 | -8.7% |
| June 2024 | $47,149 | 0.3% |
| May 2024 | $47,016 | – |
