Edgar County taxpayers paid $43,145 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 $55,035.
Over the past 12 months, Edgar County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $478,748 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 Edgar County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $43,145 | -21.6% |
| April | $55,035 | 41.5% |
| March | $38,886 | 5% |
| February | $37,025 | -5% |
| January | $38,980 | 4.7% |
| December 2024 | $37,228 | -9.1% |
| November 2024 | $40,977 | -5.9% |
| October 2024 | $43,548 | 17.3% |
| September 2024 | $37,125 | 7.8% |
| August 2024 | $34,436 | -2.3% |
| July 2024 | $35,234 | -5.1% |
| June 2024 | $37,129 | -1.4% |
| May 2024 | $37,658 | – |
