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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $58,483.
Over the past 12 months, Hamilton County's residents have collectively paid a total of $650,520 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $61,648 | 5.4% |
| July | $58,483 | -4.5% |
| June | $61,257 | 7.3% |
| May | $57,072 | -3.9% |
| April | $59,377 | 18.1% |
| March | $50,282 | 8.4% |
| February | $46,400 | -12.4% |
| January | $52,941 | 9.8% |
| December 2024 | $48,213 | -7.6% |
| November 2024 | $52,163 | -4.6% |
| October 2024 | $54,678 | 13.9% |
| September 2024 | $48,006 | -0.2% |
| August 2024 | $48,080 | - |
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