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 $54,778.
Over the past 12 months, Marion County's residents have collectively paid a total of $492,732 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $38,985 | -28.8% |
| January | $54,778 | 0.9% |
| December 2024 | $54,310 | 47.2% |
| November 2024 | $36,905 | -1.3% |
| October 2024 | $37,394 | -9.7% |
| September 2024 | $41,388 | -18.2% |
| August 2024 | $50,600 | 46.4% |
| July 2024 | $34,571 | 4.2% |
| June 2024 | $33,164 | -21.8% |
| May 2024 | $42,385 | 22.9% |
| April 2024 | $34,491 | 2.2% |
| March 2024 | $33,761 | -16.5% |
| February 2024 | $40,413 | - |
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