Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at approximately $1.1 million.
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 Lee County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,141,596 | 3% |
| 2023 | $1,108,413 | 5.4% |
| 2022 | $1,051,801 | 7.9% |
| 2021 | $975,078 | 26.1% |
| 2020 | $773,388 | 8.4% |
| 2019 | $713,264 | -11.1% |
| 2018 | $802,629 | - |
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