Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood just over $2.5 million.
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 Effingham County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,507,791 | -1.4% |
| 2023 | $2,542,897 | 1.1% |
| 2022 | $2,515,555 | 9.2% |
| 2021 | $2,303,121 | 26.3% |
| 2020 | $1,822,882 | 7.7% |
| 2019 | $1,692,444 | -6.6% |
| 2018 | $1,812,834 | - |
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