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 School Facility Tax collection stood at $176,899.
Over the past 12 months, Richland County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.8 million in County School Facility Tax.
The County School Facility Tax is a local sales tax that funds school construction and repairs. The tax is typically imposed at a rate of up to 1%. Authorized in Illinois in 2007, it has since then been adopted by over 60 counties. The tax is often viewed as a way to support schools without raising property taxes.
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 | $143,823 | -18.7% |
| January | $176,899 | 13.1% |
| December 2024 | $156,389 | -1.7% |
| November 2024 | $159,165 | -8.1% |
| October 2024 | $173,182 | 17.9% |
| September 2024 | $146,886 | 6.5% |
| August 2024 | $137,865 | -12.4% |
| July 2024 | $157,386 | -2.9% |
| June 2024 | $162,029 | 8.5% |
| May 2024 | $149,269 | -6.9% |
| April 2024 | $160,278 | 27.6% |
| March 2024 | $125,573 | -10.6% |
| February 2024 | $140,427 | - |
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