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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $65,337.
Over the past 12 months, Washington County's residents have collectively paid a total of $682,539 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.
Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Washington County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $75,764 | 16% |
| April | $65,337 | 13.7% |
| March | $57,468 | 11.9% |
| February | $51,358 | -14.8% |
| January | $60,310 | 14.5% |
| December 2024 | $52,675 | -6.1% |
| November 2024 | $56,079 | 15.5% |
| October 2024 | $48,540 | -5.4% |
| September 2024 | $51,317 | -4.7% |
| August 2024 | $53,875 | -2.8% |
| July 2024 | $55,437 | 1.9% |
| June 2024 | $54,379 | 3.8% |
| May 2024 | $52,386 | - |
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