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 $213,958.
Over the past 12 months, Boone County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $220,052 | 2.8% |
| April | $213,958 | 17.8% |
| March | $181,582 | -11.1% |
| February | $204,266 | -7.3% |
| January | $220,251 | 12.3% |
| December 2024 | $196,201 | -16.5% |
| November 2024 | $234,872 | 8.4% |
| October 2024 | $216,684 | 2% |
| September 2024 | $212,421 | 5.3% |
| August 2024 | $201,635 | 2.7% |
| July 2024 | $196,304 | -15.3% |
| June 2024 | $231,839 | 28.6% |
| May 2024 | $180,304 | - |
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