Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $16,411.
Over the past 12 months, Cumberland County's residents have collectively paid a total of $194,367 in 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.
Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Cumberland County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| March | $16,900 | 3% |
| February | $16,411 | -3.9% |
| January | $17,078 | 8.1% |
| December 2024 | $15,799 | -4.1% |
| November 2024 | $16,468 | 7% |
| October 2024 | $15,390 | -8.8% |
| September 2024 | $16,880 | 6.8% |
| August 2024 | $15,805 | -3.3% |
| July 2024 | $16,337 | 1.4% |
| June 2024 | $16,110 | 4% |
| May 2024 | $15,488 | -1.4% |
| April 2024 | $15,701 | 16.6% |
| March 2024 | $13,463 | - |
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