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 County Sales Tax collection stood at $55,438.
Over the past 12 months, Randolph County's residents have collectively paid a total of $535,959 in County Sales Tax.
The County Sales Tax is a local sales tax imposed on retail sales of goods and services within a specific county. It is one of the primary sources of revenue for county governments, funding a wide range of essential services, including education, infrastructure, public safety, public health, and social services. The average rate imposed in Illinois is around 8.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $54,149 | -2.3% |
| July | $55,438 | 8.9% |
| June | $50,895 | 1.3% |
| May | $50,224 | -18.1% |
| April | $61,298 | 40.1% |
| March | $43,756 | -10.1% |
| February | $48,649 | 21.9% |
| January | $39,915 | 13.8% |
| December 2024 | $35,064 | 12.4% |
| November 2024 | $31,205 | -4.1% |
| October 2024 | $32,548 | -0.8% |
| September 2024 | $32,818 | 27.2% |
| August 2024 | $25,793 | - |
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