Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $120,535.
Over the past 12 months, Douglas County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.1 million in County Sales Tax.
The County Sales Tax is a local sales tax imposed on retail sales of goods and services within a specific county. It is one of the primary sources of revenue for county governments, funding a wide range of essential services, including education, infrastructure, public safety, public health, and social services. The average rate imposed in Illinois is around 8.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $100,106 | -16.9% |
| January | $120,535 | 27% |
| December 2024 | $94,916 | -17.7% |
| November 2024 | $115,261 | 19.6% |
| October 2024 | $96,377 | 15.6% |
| September 2024 | $83,376 | 2.9% |
| August 2024 | $81,048 | -5.7% |
| July 2024 | $85,985 | -12.6% |
| June 2024 | $98,432 | 20.6% |
| May 2024 | $81,643 | -11.8% |
| April 2024 | $92,553 | 12.5% |
| March 2024 | $82,246 | -18.5% |
| February 2024 | $100,950 | - |
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