Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a slightly increase over the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at approximately $1.3 million.
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 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,306,407 | 3.8% |
| 2023 | $1,258,939 | 1.8% |
| 2022 | $1,236,915 | 6.7% |
| 2021 | $1,159,460 | 25.2% |
| 2020 | $926,063 | 6.6% |
| 2019 | $868,541 | -5.8% |
| 2018 | $921,794 | - |
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