Macon County taxpayers paid $390,402 in Countywide Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $371,485.
Over the past 12 months, Macon County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $4.1 million 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 Macon County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $390,402 | 5.1% |
| May | $371,485 | -5.3% |
| April | $392,354 | 25.6% |
| March | $312,347 | -2.4% |
| February | $319,955 | -11.7% |
| January | $362,368 | 12.1% |
| December 2024 | $323,285 | -7.7% |
| November 2024 | $350,294 | 10.1% |
| October 2024 | $318,224 | -2.8% |
| September 2024 | $327,256 | 3.6% |
| August 2024 | $315,967 | -1.6% |
| July 2024 | $321,082 | -5.4% |
| June 2024 | $339,561 | – |
