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 County Sales Tax collection stood at $38,027.
Over the past 12 months, Jasper County's residents have collectively paid a total of $393,767 in County Sales Tax.
The County Sales Tax is a local sales tax imposed on retail sales of goods and services within a specific county. It is one of the primary sources of revenue for county governments, funding a wide range of essential services, including education, infrastructure, public safety, public health, and social services. The average rate imposed in Illinois is around 8.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $39,042 | 2.7% |
| July | $38,027 | -2.2% |
| June | $38,890 | 12.9% |
| May | $34,448 | -6% |
| April | $36,661 | 15.6% |
| March | $31,712 | 7.8% |
| February | $29,430 | -25.9% |
| January | $39,703 | 48.9% |
| December 2024 | $26,672 | -7.5% |
| November 2024 | $28,846 | 32% |
| October 2024 | $21,847 | -23.3% |
| September 2024 | $28,489 | 36.7% |
| August 2024 | $20,834 | - |
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