Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $93,540.
Over the past 12 months, Jo Daviess County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.1 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 Jo Daviess County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $99,089 | 5.9% |
| April | $93,540 | 18.7% |
| March | $78,817 | -1% |
| February | $79,648 | -12.6% |
| January | $91,172 | 2.6% |
| December 2024 | $88,849 | -12.6% |
| November 2024 | $101,652 | 15.9% |
| October 2024 | $87,685 | -7.2% |
| September 2024 | $94,502 | 5.8% |
| August 2024 | $89,337 | 8.4% |
| July 2024 | $82,444 | -8.7% |
| June 2024 | $90,252 | 16.7% |
| May 2024 | $77,355 | - |
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