Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a slightly increase over the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood just over $1.4 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 Ogle County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,444,025 | 1.7% |
| 2023 | $1,419,881 | 2.7% |
| 2022 | $1,382,960 | 13.2% |
| 2021 | $1,221,492 | 33% |
| 2020 | $918,581 | 3.6% |
| 2019 | $886,932 | -3.1% |
| 2018 | $915,490 | - |
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