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 $66,718.
Over the past 12 months, Marion County's residents have collectively paid a total of $835,570 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $71,104 | 6.6% |
| February | $66,718 | -14.7% |
| January | $78,261 | 16.2% |
| December 2024 | $67,341 | -2.3% |
| November 2024 | $68,920 | 4.8% |
| October 2024 | $65,787 | -6.5% |
| September 2024 | $70,359 | 0.5% |
| August 2024 | $69,982 | 0.1% |
| July 2024 | $69,883 | 0.4% |
| June 2024 | $69,578 | 5% |
| May 2024 | $66,247 | -7.2% |
| April 2024 | $71,390 | 15.5% |
| March 2024 | $61,788 | - |
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