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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $46,421.
Over the past 12 months, Wayne County's residents have collectively paid a total of $547,402 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 Wayne County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $46,616 | 0.4% |
| July | $46,421 | -8.1% |
| June | $50,518 | 4% |
| May | $48,572 | -6.2% |
| April | $51,755 | 19.6% |
| March | $43,291 | 5.9% |
| February | $40,877 | -12.9% |
| January | $46,948 | 11.8% |
| December 2024 | $41,979 | -8.1% |
| November 2024 | $45,703 | 12.4% |
| October 2024 | $40,676 | -7.7% |
| September 2024 | $44,046 | 6.7% |
| August 2024 | $41,271 | - |
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