Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $402,411.
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 Pike County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $406,490 | 1% |
| 2023 | $402,411 | 1% |
| 2022 | $398,501 | 13.1% |
| 2021 | $352,287 | 24.6% |
| 2020 | $282,694 | 3.9% |
| 2019 | $271,981 | -5.8% |
| 2018 | $288,711 | - |
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Village of Perry• Illinois Department of Revenue• Village of El Dara• Village of Detroit• Village of Hull• Village of New Salem• Village of Pearl• City of Pittsfield• City of Barry• Town of New Canton• City of Griggsville• Village of Time• Village of Valley City• Village of Nebo• Village of Kinderhook• Village Of Pleasant Hill• Village Of Baylis• Village Of Florence
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