Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $21,386.
Over the past 12 months, Edgar County's residents have collectively paid a total of $191,927 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 | $20,178 | -5.6% |
| July | $21,386 | 16.9% |
| June | $18,300 | -11.7% |
| May | $20,736 | 13.8% |
| April | $18,214 | 24.9% |
| March | $14,581 | -2.1% |
| February | $14,890 | -20.6% |
| January | $18,761 | 64.3% |
| December 2024 | $11,419 | 17.7% |
| November 2024 | $9,698 | -17.4% |
| October 2024 | $11,741 | -2.3% |
| September 2024 | $12,023 | 12.7% |
| August 2024 | $10,669 | - |
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