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 County Sales Tax collection stood at $12,934.
Over the past 12 months, Greene County's residents have collectively paid a total of $147,197 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $14,838 | 14.7% |
| July | $12,934 | 5.7% |
| June | $12,239 | 0.8% |
| May | $12,147 | -10.6% |
| April | $13,583 | 10.7% |
| March | $12,265 | 36.6% |
| February | $8,978 | -44.2% |
| January | $16,086 | 52.9% |
| December 2024 | $10,521 | -13% |
| November 2024 | $12,099 | 3.7% |
| October 2024 | $11,666 | 18.6% |
| September 2024 | $9,841 | -1.5% |
| August 2024 | $9,995 | - |
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