Edwards County taxpayers paid $141,602 in Countywide Sales Tax in 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $151,569.
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 Edwards County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $141,602 | -6.6% |
| 2023 | $151,569 | -4% |
| 2022 | $157,816 | 19.8% |
| 2021 | $131,734 | 34.7% |
| 2020 | $97,822 | 2.6% |
| 2019 | $95,349 | -13.7% |
| 2018 | $110,486 | – |
