Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $178,434.
Over the past 12 months, Saline County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.2 million 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 | $187,252 | 4.9% |
| February | $178,434 | -13.3% |
| January | $205,890 | 16.4% |
| December 2024 | $176,862 | -1% |
| November 2024 | $178,581 | 3.8% |
| October 2024 | $172,025 | -4.7% |
| September 2024 | $180,554 | 2.3% |
| August 2024 | $176,550 | 0.2% |
| July 2024 | $176,237 | -4.4% |
| June 2024 | $184,326 | 2.8% |
| May 2024 | $179,314 | -5.8% |
| April 2024 | $190,408 | 17.8% |
| March 2024 | $161,688 | - |
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