Jackson County taxpayers paid $179,734 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 $179,494.
Over the past 12 months, Jackson County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $1.9 million 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 Jackson County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $179,734 | 0.1% |
| May | $179,494 | -4.2% |
| April | $187,387 | 28.6% |
| March | $145,697 | 5.1% |
| February | $138,673 | -21.3% |
| January | $176,290 | 13.5% |
| December 2024 | $155,384 | -5.6% |
| November 2024 | $164,648 | 8% |
| October 2024 | $152,505 | -4.3% |
| September 2024 | $159,440 | 7.2% |
| August 2024 | $148,766 | 0.2% |
| July 2024 | $148,465 | -5.1% |
| June 2024 | $156,464 | – |
