McDonough County taxpayers paid $89,636 in Countywide Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $86,239.
Over the past 12 months, McDonough County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $934,283 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 McDonough County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $89,636 | 3.9% |
| April | $86,239 | 20.8% |
| March | $71,408 | -0.2% |
| February | $71,578 | -13.7% |
| January | $82,952 | 6.8% |
| December 2024 | $77,689 | -6.8% |
| November 2024 | $83,325 | 1.3% |
| October 2024 | $82,278 | 8.3% |
| September 2024 | $76,003 | 12.1% |
| August 2024 | $67,789 | -1.3% |
| July 2024 | $68,663 | -10.5% |
| June 2024 | $76,723 | 2.5% |
| May 2024 | $74,885 | – |
