Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $58,059.
Over the past 12 months, Moultrie County's residents have collectively paid a total of $641,981 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 Moultrie County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $60,871 | 4.8% |
| July | $58,059 | -4.9% |
| June | $61,067 | 2.1% |
| May | $59,834 | 7.9% |
| April | $55,460 | 32.9% |
| March | $41,718 | 1.5% |
| February | $41,110 | -18.5% |
| January | $50,459 | 3.6% |
| December 2024 | $48,688 | -21.4% |
| November 2024 | $61,912 | 24.2% |
| October 2024 | $49,833 | -5.9% |
| September 2024 | $52,970 | 11.8% |
| August 2024 | $47,397 | - |
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