Wayne County taxpayers ranked 66th in total sales taxes paid per county in October 2025, according to Illinois tax records.
In total, residents paid $242,653 in sales taxes during October 2025.
The county ranked 67th in the Prairie State the month before, with $226,333 spent in sales taxes.
The largest share of sales taxes paid by Wayne County residents in October 2025 came from the 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.
| Type of Tax | Total Amount Collected | % Change From Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| Special County Retailers Occupation Tax | $119,917 | 1.5% |
| County Sales Tax | $74,368 | 19.1% |
| Countywide Sales Tax | $48,369 | 5.7% |
