Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $249,436.
Over the past 12 months, Stephenson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.8 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $260,533 | 4.4% |
| July | $249,436 | -2.2% |
| June | $255,097 | 3.3% |
| May | $246,841 | 1.7% |
| April | $242,810 | 20.7% |
| March | $201,235 | -1% |
| February | $203,308 | -12.9% |
| January | $233,519 | 4.9% |
| December 2024 | $222,629 | 2.6% |
| November 2024 | $216,949 | -3.7% |
| October 2024 | $225,202 | 6.1% |
| September 2024 | $212,348 | 2.4% |
| August 2024 | $207,292 | - |
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