Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks an increase over the month before when no taxes were collected.
Over the past 12 months, Whiteside County's residents have collectively paid a total of $313,741 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.
Special County Retailers Occupation Tax Collected in Whiteside County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $313,741 | - |
| July | $0 | - |
| June | $0 | - |
| May | $0 | - |
| April | $0 | - |
| March | $0 | - |
| February | $0 | - |
| January | $0 | - |
| December 2024 | $0 | - |
| November 2024 | $0 | - |
| October 2024 | $0 | - |
| September 2024 | $0 | - |
| August 2024 | $0 | - |
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