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 $104,519.
Over the past 12 months, Wayne County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.3 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 | $107,662 | 3% |
| February | $104,519 | -9.7% |
| January | $115,698 | 14.1% |
| December 2024 | $101,444 | -7.8% |
| November 2024 | $110,043 | 10.3% |
| October 2024 | $99,750 | -8.3% |
| September 2024 | $108,791 | 7.2% |
| August 2024 | $101,453 | -4% |
| July 2024 | $105,677 | 3% |
| June 2024 | $102,604 | -4.6% |
| May 2024 | $107,552 | -3.6% |
| April 2024 | $111,569 | 13.7% |
| March 2024 | $98,087 | - |
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