Gallatin County taxpayers paid $219,631 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous year, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $200,037.
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 Gallatin County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $219,631 | 9.8% |
| 2023 | $200,037 | -6.9% |
| 2022 | $214,792 | 14.4% |
| 2021 | $187,746 | 59.2% |
| 2020 | $117,914 | 5.2% |
| 2019 | $112,052 | -10.6% |
| 2018 | $125,323 | – |
