Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood just over $5.8 million.
Over the past 12 months, Winnebago County's residents have collectively paid a total of $59.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $5,028,300 | -13.6% |
| January | $5,822,720 | 17.4% |
| December 2024 | $4,959,230 | -8.5% |
| November 2024 | $5,418,370 | 13% |
| October 2024 | $4,794,310 | -4.2% |
| September 2024 | $5,005,750 | 4.4% |
| August 2024 | $4,794,560 | -3.6% |
| July 2024 | $4,976,000 | -4.1% |
| June 2024 | $5,187,220 | 12.2% |
| May 2024 | $4,621,520 | -3.9% |
| April 2024 | $4,810,620 | 14.6% |
| March 2024 | $4,196,750 | 1.8% |
| February 2024 | $4,122,164 | - |
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