De Witt County taxpayers paid $560,652 in Countywide Sales Tax in 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $541,946.
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 De Witt County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $560,652 | 3.5% |
| 2023 | $541,946 | 4.3% |
| 2022 | $519,460 | 4.9% |
| 2021 | $495,418 | 24.4% |
| 2020 | $398,270 | 6.5% |
| 2019 | $373,824 | -12.5% |
| 2018 | $427,171 | – |
