Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
In total, residents paid approximately $5.4 million in sales taxes during 2024.
The county ranked 39th in the Prairie State the year before, with approximately $5.4 million spent in sales taxes.
The largest share of sales taxes paid by Effingham County residents in 2024 came from the 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.
2024 Effingham County Sales Tax Revenues by Type
| Type of Tax | Amount Collected in Year | % Change From Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| Countywide Sales Tax | $2,507,791 | -1.4% |
| Special County Retailers Occupation Tax | $2,063,660 | -1.2% |
| County Sales Tax | $797,769 | 2.8% |
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