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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $59,629.
Over the past 12 months, Fayette County's residents have collectively paid a total of $640,334 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 |
---|---|---|
February | $51,605 | -13.5% |
January | $59,629 | 12.6% |
December 2024 | $52,939 | -2% |
November 2024 | $54,040 | 6.5% |
October 2024 | $50,726 | -4.6% |
September 2024 | $53,170 | 1.7% |
August 2024 | $52,272 | 0.8% |
July 2024 | $51,876 | -10.5% |
June 2024 | $57,939 | 9.2% |
May 2024 | $53,060 | -4.5% |
April 2024 | $55,564 | 16.9% |
March 2024 | $47,514 | -4.7% |
February 2024 | $49,872 | - |