Saline County taxpayers paid $69,640 in Countywide Sales Tax in March, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $65,299.
Over the past 12 months, Saline County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $815,293 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 Saline County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| March | $69,640 | 6.6% |
| February | $65,299 | -13.2% |
| January | $75,209 | 9.6% |
| December 2024 | $68,602 | 0.9% |
| November 2024 | $67,993 | 6.8% |
| October 2024 | $63,674 | -5.2% |
| September 2024 | $67,161 | 4.3% |
| August 2024 | $64,385 | -1% |
| July 2024 | $65,057 | -4.1% |
| June 2024 | $67,834 | 1.7% |
| May 2024 | $66,726 | -9.5% |
| April 2024 | $73,713 | 23.1% |
| March 2024 | $59,894 | – |
