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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood just under $2.1 million.
Over the past 12 months, Kane County's residents have collectively paid a total of $22.5 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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| July | $2,118,580 | 1.2% |
| June | $2,092,810 | 6.6% |
| May | $1,962,620 | 0.8% |
| April | $1,947,970 | 25.5% |
| March | $1,552,410 | -2.1% |
| February | $1,585,790 | -22.8% |
| January | $2,053,540 | 14.1% |
| December 2024 | $1,799,050 | -7.5% |
| November 2024 | $1,945,750 | 7.4% |
| October 2024 | $1,811,040 | -1.1% |
| September 2024 | $1,831,890 | 2% |
| August 2024 | $1,796,510 | -0.8% |
| July 2024 | $1,811,757 | - |
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