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 at approximately $1.6 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 Stephenson County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,576,426 | 0.5% |
| 2023 | $1,569,351 | 4.3% |
| 2022 | $1,505,215 | 7% |
| 2021 | $1,406,310 | 21.1% |
| 2020 | $1,161,756 | 8.5% |
| 2019 | $1,070,351 | -6.5% |
| 2018 | $1,144,961 | - |
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