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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood just under $6.5 million.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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.
Special County Retailers Occupation Tax Collected in Macon County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,677,870 | 3.3% |
| 2023 | $6,463,486 | 3.7% |
| 2022 | $6,235,762 | 8.3% |
| 2021 | $5,756,724 | 24.5% |
| 2020 | $4,624,396 | 3.7% |
| 2019 | $4,459,885 | -7.9% |
| 2018 | $4,840,554 | - |
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