Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $139,978.
Over the past 12 months, Boone County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.5 million in County Sales Tax.
The County Sales Tax is a local sales tax imposed on retail sales of goods and services within a specific county. It is one of the primary sources of revenue for county governments, funding a wide range of essential services, including education, infrastructure, public safety, public health, and social services. The average rate imposed in Illinois is around 8.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $133,627 | -4.5% |
| July | $139,978 | -16.3% |
| June | $167,244 | 45.7% |
| May | $114,758 | 6.6% |
| April | $107,682 | 31.6% |
| March | $81,820 | -9.5% |
| February | $90,412 | -23.7% |
| January | $118,460 | 5.4% |
| December 2024 | $112,401 | -39.6% |
| November 2024 | $185,947 | 45.1% |
| October 2024 | $128,191 | 16.8% |
| September 2024 | $109,761 | 5.1% |
| August 2024 | $104,444 | - |
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