White County taxpayers paid $44,409 in Countywide Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $44,046.
Over the past 12 months, White County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $516,754 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 White County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $44,409 | 0.8% |
| May | $44,046 | -9.5% |
| April | $48,648 | 20.2% |
| March | $40,473 | -5.2% |
| February | $42,688 | -8% |
| January | $46,405 | 10% |
| December 2024 | $42,203 | -2.4% |
| November 2024 | $43,219 | 9.7% |
| October 2024 | $39,393 | -7.1% |
| September 2024 | $42,381 | 2.2% |
| August 2024 | $41,488 | 0.2% |
| July 2024 | $41,401 | 1.5% |
| June 2024 | $40,807 | – |
