Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $161,687.
Over the past 12 months, Boone County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.7 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.
Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Boone County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $158,216 | -2.1% |
| July | $161,687 | 1.8% |
| June | $158,899 | 10.2% |
| May | $144,129 | 1.8% |
| April | $141,607 | 24.7% |
| March | $113,519 | -11.3% |
| February | $128,042 | -7.5% |
| January | $138,478 | 7.5% |
| December 2024 | $128,854 | -15.8% |
| November 2024 | $152,983 | 12.9% |
| October 2024 | $135,501 | -3.1% |
| September 2024 | $139,830 | 10.8% |
| August 2024 | $126,228 | - |
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