Calhoun County taxpayers paid $13,860 in County Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $16,046.
Over the past 12 months, Calhoun County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $226,495 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $13,860 | -13.6% |
| April | $16,046 | 7.6% |
| March | $14,919 | -8.4% |
| February | $16,283 | -6.8% |
| January | $17,472 | -6.5% |
| December 2024 | $18,691 | 1.9% |
| November 2024 | $18,341 | 37.5% |
| October 2024 | $13,336 | -10.4% |
| September 2024 | $14,882 | 16.6% |
| August 2024 | $12,769 | -76.8% |
| July 2024 | $54,999 | 269.2% |
| June 2024 | $14,897 | -5.5% |
| May 2024 | $15,757 | – |
