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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood just over $1.3 million.
Over the past 12 months, Madison County's residents have collectively paid a total of $12.8 million 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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $1,385,000 | 5.6% |
| April | $1,312,010 | 29.4% |
| March | $1,013,720 | 3.8% |
| February | $976,612 | -17.2% |
| January | $1,178,840 | 14.4% |
| December 2024 | $1,030,560 | -4.8% |
| November 2024 | $1,083,070 | 11.9% |
| October 2024 | $968,246 | -3.2% |
| September 2024 | $1,000,670 | 3.9% |
| August 2024 | $963,477 | 10.6% |
| July 2024 | $871,038 | -10.4% |
| June 2024 | $971,633 | -0.6% |
| May 2024 | $977,984 | - |
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