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 $139,641.
Over the past 12 months, Jersey 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $147,217 | 5.4% |
| April | $139,641 | 18.9% |
| March | $117,466 | -1.8% |
| February | $119,600 | -18.5% |
| January | $146,755 | 14.9% |
| December 2024 | $127,678 | -6.4% |
| November 2024 | $136,366 | 7.7% |
| October 2024 | $126,626 | -3.5% |
| September 2024 | $131,248 | 3.9% |
| August 2024 | $126,279 | -0.3% |
| July 2024 | $126,619 | -10.3% |
| June 2024 | $141,221 | 16.7% |
| May 2024 | $120,999 | - |
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