Perry County taxpayers paid $51,427 in Countywide Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $50,807.
Over the past 12 months, Perry County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $482,476 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 Perry County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $51,427 | 1.2% |
| May | $50,807 | 0.7% |
| April | $50,438 | 29.9% |
| March | $38,816 | 3.2% |
| February | $37,601 | -3.7% |
| January | $39,054 | 8.2% |
| December 2024 | $36,083 | -1.7% |
| November 2024 | $36,696 | -3.9% |
| October 2024 | $38,167 | 4.8% |
| September 2024 | $36,404 | 9.5% |
| August 2024 | $33,236 | -1.5% |
| July 2024 | $33,747 | -5.4% |
| June 2024 | $35,671 | – |
