Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $15,097.
Over the past 12 months, Brown County's residents have collectively paid a total of $186,219 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 Brown County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $44,618 | 195.5% |
| April | $15,097 | 29.9% |
| March | $11,618 | -6.8% |
| February | $12,471 | -22.3% |
| January | $16,048 | 24.8% |
| December 2024 | $12,855 | -5.7% |
| November 2024 | $13,636 | 14.1% |
| October 2024 | $11,955 | -6.1% |
| September 2024 | $12,729 | 2.4% |
| August 2024 | $12,429 | 14.3% |
| July 2024 | $10,876 | -8.5% |
| June 2024 | $11,887 | -9.6% |
| May 2024 | $13,146 | - |
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