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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $58,483.
Over the past 12 months, Iroquois County's residents have collectively paid a total of $628,773 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $51,228 | -12.4% |
| January | $58,483 | 14.9% |
| December 2024 | $50,921 | -3.9% |
| November 2024 | $52,969 | 1.2% |
| October 2024 | $52,347 | 4% |
| September 2024 | $50,329 | -3.8% |
| August 2024 | $52,323 | -2.8% |
| July 2024 | $53,814 | -3.2% |
| June 2024 | $55,582 | 3.8% |
| May 2024 | $53,523 | 2.3% |
| April 2024 | $52,326 | 16.5% |
| March 2024 | $44,928 | -20.3% |
| February 2024 | $56,373 | - |
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