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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at approximately $2.1 million.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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.
Special County Retailers Occupation Tax Collected in Effingham County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,063,660 | -1.2% |
| 2023 | $2,088,414 | 0.5% |
| 2022 | $2,078,771 | 11.7% |
| 2021 | $1,861,090 | 27.5% |
| 2020 | $1,459,642 | 7.8% |
| 2019 | $1,353,606 | -7.3% |
| 2018 | $1,460,958 | - |
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