Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $30,981.
Over the past 12 months, Carroll County's residents have collectively paid a total of $387,768 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 Carroll County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| February | $30,694 | -0.9% |
| January | $30,981 | -5.6% |
| December 2024 | $32,814 | -15.5% |
| November 2024 | $38,828 | 16.6% |
| October 2024 | $33,312 | -3.8% |
| September 2024 | $34,622 | 7.9% |
| August 2024 | $32,090 | 4.5% |
| July 2024 | $30,703 | -12.6% |
| June 2024 | $35,119 | 7% |
| May 2024 | $32,826 | 12.6% |
| April 2024 | $29,147 | 9.4% |
| March 2024 | $26,632 | 2.1% |
| February 2024 | $26,086 | - |
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