Perry County taxpayers paid $449,686 in Countywide Sales Tax in 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $508,558.
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 Perry County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $449,686 | -11.6% |
| 2023 | $508,558 | 31.2% |
| 2022 | $387,482 | -11.4% |
| 2021 | $437,512 | 23.6% |
| 2020 | $353,898 | 7.2% |
| 2019 | $330,283 | -15.9% |
| 2018 | $392,902 | – |
