Whiteside County taxpayers paid $156,000 in Countywide Sales Tax in February, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $182,657.
Over the past 12 months, Whiteside County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $2 million 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 Whiteside County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| February | $156,000 | -14.6% |
| January | $182,657 | 7.2% |
| December 2024 | $170,453 | -6% |
| November 2024 | $181,342 | 13.9% |
| October 2024 | $159,219 | -5.4% |
| September 2024 | $168,353 | 6.1% |
| August 2024 | $158,682 | -0.3% |
| July 2024 | $159,229 | -6.1% |
| June 2024 | $169,582 | 7% |
| May 2024 | $158,491 | -7% |
| April 2024 | $170,370 | 20.6% |
| March 2024 | $141,266 | -0.2% |
| February 2024 | $141,541 | – |
