Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous year, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $903,942.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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.
Special County Retailers Occupation Tax Collected in Perry County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $786,388 | -13% |
| 2023 | $903,942 | 32.5% |
| 2022 | $682,162 | -13% |
| 2021 | $783,707 | 24.4% |
| 2020 | $629,884 | 7.6% |
| 2019 | $585,219 | -17.2% |
| 2018 | $706,857 | - |
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