Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $8,719.
Over the past 12 months, Schuyler County's residents have collectively paid a total of $91,231 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $6,375 | -26.9% |
| January | $8,719 | -1% |
| December 2024 | $8,808 | 16.6% |
| November 2024 | $7,557 | -1.2% |
| October 2024 | $7,649 | 22.1% |
| September 2024 | $6,264 | -20% |
| August 2024 | $7,830 | 0.8% |
| July 2024 | $7,766 | 8.9% |
| June 2024 | $7,132 | -4.6% |
| May 2024 | $7,478 | -10% |
| April 2024 | $8,312 | 13.2% |
| March 2024 | $7,341 | 9.9% |
| February 2024 | $6,680 | - |
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