McDonough County taxpayers paid $214,433 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in April, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $174,921.
Over the past 12 months, McDonough County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $2.3 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| April | $214,433 | 22.6% |
| March | $174,921 | -4% |
| February | $182,122 | -11.1% |
| January | $204,750 | 7.4% |
| December 2024 | $190,612 | -2.1% |
| November 2024 | $194,710 | -4.3% |
| October 2024 | $203,556 | 7.5% |
| September 2024 | $189,275 | 9.6% |
| August 2024 | $172,727 | -1.6% |
| July 2024 | $175,599 | -8.6% |
| June 2024 | $192,060 | 7.3% |
| May 2024 | $179,025 | -1.3% |
| April 2024 | $181,306 | – |
