Morgan County taxpayers paid $125,431 in Countywide Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $125,887.
Over the past 12 months, Morgan County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $1.3 million 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 Morgan County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $125,431 | -0.4% |
| April | $125,887 | 18.5% |
| March | $106,231 | 5.1% |
| February | $101,048 | -15.9% |
| January | $120,158 | 11.3% |
| December 2024 | $107,994 | -2.8% |
| November 2024 | $111,147 | 0.8% |
| October 2024 | $110,257 | 2.5% |
| September 2024 | $107,522 | 0.6% |
| August 2024 | $106,893 | -0.4% |
| July 2024 | $107,371 | -6.8% |
| June 2024 | $115,245 | 8% |
| May 2024 | $106,672 | – |
