Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $137,588.
Over the past 12 months, Edgar County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.6 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| April | $186,328 | 35.4% |
| March | $137,588 | 9.4% |
| February | $125,781 | -8.2% |
| January | $137,061 | 5.9% |
| December 2024 | $129,379 | -8.7% |
| November 2024 | $141,755 | -8.6% |
| October 2024 | $155,067 | 24.9% |
| September 2024 | $124,174 | 2.4% |
| August 2024 | $121,321 | 2% |
| July 2024 | $118,980 | -9.4% |
| June 2024 | $131,295 | 6.5% |
| May 2024 | $123,318 | -1.3% |
| April 2024 | $124,937 | - |
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