Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $19,399.
Over the past 12 months, Edwards County's residents have collectively paid a total of $170,899 in County Sales Tax.
The County Sales Tax is a local sales tax imposed on retail sales of goods and services within a specific county. It is one of the primary sources of revenue for county governments, funding a wide range of essential services, including education, infrastructure, public safety, public health, and social services. The average rate imposed in Illinois is around 8.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $29,899 | 54.1% |
| July | $19,399 | 29.1% |
| June | $15,023 | 5.9% |
| May | $14,188 | -9.1% |
| April | $15,608 | 36.5% |
| March | $11,432 | -0.7% |
| February | $11,511 | 19.7% |
| January | $9,617 | 4.7% |
| December 2024 | $9,186 | -38% |
| November 2024 | $14,817 | 40.7% |
| October 2024 | $10,530 | 8.7% |
| September 2024 | $9,689 | 5.7% |
| August 2024 | $9,170 | - |
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