Calhoun County taxpayers paid $21,965 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $23,238.
Over the past 12 months, Calhoun County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $283,943 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $21,965 | -5.5% |
| April | $23,238 | 12.6% |
| March | $20,636 | -3.3% |
| February | $21,344 | -4% |
| January | $22,238 | 11.6% |
| December 2024 | $19,922 | -7.8% |
| November 2024 | $21,611 | 5.1% |
| October 2024 | $20,565 | 7.9% |
| September 2024 | $19,054 | -4.4% |
| August 2024 | $19,926 | -61.9% |
| July 2024 | $52,257 | 146.6% |
| June 2024 | $21,187 | 10.1% |
| May 2024 | $19,235 | – |
