Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous year, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at approximately $56.3 million.
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 Winnebago County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $58,395,344 | 3.8% |
| 2023 | $56,274,884 | 1.1% |
| 2022 | $55,644,935 | 7.5% |
| 2021 | $51,750,282 | 58% |
| 2020 | $32,762,966 | 26% |
| 2019 | $26,012,354 | -9.9% |
| 2018 | $28,855,450 | - |
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