Gallatin County taxpayers paid $6,039 in Countywide Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $6,670.
Over the past 12 months, Gallatin County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $72,854 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 Gallatin County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $6,039 | -9.5% |
| May | $6,670 | -13.8% |
| April | $7,734 | 5.2% |
| March | $7,354 | 32.2% |
| February | $5,564 | -5.1% |
| January | $5,862 | -19.1% |
| December 2024 | $7,243 | 36% |
| November 2024 | $5,325 | -16.3% |
| October 2024 | $6,364 | 11.4% |
| September 2024 | $5,713 | 30.1% |
| August 2024 | $4,392 | -4.4% |
| July 2024 | $4,594 | -6% |
| June 2024 | $4,889 | – |
