Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $687,982.
Over the past 12 months, Macon County's residents have collectively paid a total of $7.5 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $689,754 | 0.3% |
| July | $687,982 | -1.7% |
| June | $699,961 | 7% |
| May | $654,066 | -4.2% |
| April | $682,476 | 16.9% |
| March | $583,619 | 2.8% |
| February | $567,918 | -12.2% |
| January | $647,117 | 15.7% |
| December 2024 | $559,438 | -7.7% |
| November 2024 | $606,346 | 7.1% |
| October 2024 | $566,185 | 0.4% |
| September 2024 | $563,984 | 2.3% |
| August 2024 | $551,523 | - |
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