Monroe County taxpayers paid $125,959 in Countywide Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $131,936.
Over the past 12 months, Monroe County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $1.4 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 Monroe County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $125,959 | -4.5% |
| April | $131,936 | 18.6% |
| March | $111,280 | -0.3% |
| February | $111,582 | -15.4% |
| January | $131,907 | 4.1% |
| December 2024 | $126,742 | 4.9% |
| November 2024 | $120,790 | 15.8% |
| October 2024 | $104,303 | -6.3% |
| September 2024 | $111,269 | 7.2% |
| August 2024 | $103,785 | 10% |
| July 2024 | $94,376 | -9.9% |
| June 2024 | $104,772 | -0.4% |
| May 2024 | $105,159 | – |
