Scott County taxpayers paid $9,056 in County Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $8,605.
Over the past 12 months, Scott County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $76,620 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 | $9,056 | 5.2% |
| April | $8,605 | 37.1% |
| March | $6,278 | 14.6% |
| February | $5,480 | -13.5% |
| January | $6,335 | 33.6% |
| December 2024 | $4,742 | -13.3% |
| November 2024 | $5,471 | -8.4% |
| October 2024 | $5,976 | -17.7% |
| September 2024 | $7,263 | 43.9% |
| August 2024 | $5,048 | -22.1% |
| July 2024 | $6,481 | 10.1% |
| June 2024 | $5,885 | 3.2% |
| May 2024 | $5,704 | – |
