Hamilton County taxpayers paid $50,282 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in March, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $46,400.
Over the past 12 months, Hamilton County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $600,373 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $50,282 | 8.4% |
| February | $46,400 | -12.4% |
| January | $52,941 | 9.8% |
| December 2024 | $48,213 | -7.6% |
| November 2024 | $52,163 | -4.6% |
| October 2024 | $54,678 | 13.9% |
| September 2024 | $48,006 | -0.2% |
| August 2024 | $48,080 | -5.2% |
| July 2024 | $50,711 | 1.5% |
| June 2024 | $49,948 | 1.3% |
| May 2024 | $49,303 | -0.7% |
| April 2024 | $49,648 | 9.7% |
| March 2024 | $45,245 | – |
