Schuyler County taxpayers paid $13,677 in Countywide Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $15,345.
Over the past 12 months, Schuyler County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $150,415 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 Schuyler County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $13,677 | -10.9% |
| April | $15,345 | 28.6% |
| March | $11,933 | 7.5% |
| February | $11,103 | -10.6% |
| January | $12,424 | -3.9% |
| December 2024 | $12,931 | -7.2% |
| November 2024 | $13,930 | -0.6% |
| October 2024 | $14,010 | 21.3% |
| September 2024 | $11,553 | 1% |
| August 2024 | $11,437 | 7.4% |
| July 2024 | $10,646 | -6.8% |
| June 2024 | $11,426 | 1.3% |
| May 2024 | $11,281 | – |
