Wabash County taxpayers paid $34,731 in Countywide Sales Tax in August, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $33,741.
Over the past 12 months, Wabash County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $351,149 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 Wabash County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $34,731 | 2.9% |
| July | $33,741 | -3.7% |
| June | $35,041 | 20.3% |
| May | $29,131 | -3.9% |
| April | $30,325 | 20.7% |
| March | $25,130 | 2.3% |
| February | $24,557 | -17.5% |
| January | $29,749 | -2.8% |
| December 2024 | $30,595 | 21.1% |
| November 2024 | $25,265 | 0.3% |
| October 2024 | $25,197 | -9% |
| September 2024 | $27,687 | 15.7% |
| August 2024 | $23,928 | – |
