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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $92,897.
Over the past 12 months, Perry County's residents have collectively paid a total of $826,569 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $90,224 | -2.9% |
| April | $92,897 | 31% |
| March | $70,892 | 6.9% |
| February | $66,346 | -5.4% |
| January | $70,145 | 15.1% |
| December 2024 | $60,937 | -2.9% |
| November 2024 | $62,747 | -7.1% |
| October 2024 | $67,533 | 7.7% |
| September 2024 | $62,715 | 8% |
| August 2024 | $58,050 | -6% |
| July 2024 | $61,777 | -0.8% |
| June 2024 | $62,306 | 7.9% |
| May 2024 | $57,717 | - |
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