Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $200,822.
Over the past 12 months, Vermilion County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $168,192 | -16.2% |
| January | $200,822 | 23.1% |
| December 2024 | $163,125 | -2.3% |
| November 2024 | $166,986 | -1.4% |
| October 2024 | $169,309 | -3.9% |
| September 2024 | $176,159 | 9.4% |
| August 2024 | $161,094 | -2.6% |
| July 2024 | $165,411 | -7% |
| June 2024 | $177,890 | 11.2% |
| May 2024 | $160,026 | -5.8% |
| April 2024 | $169,800 | 16% |
| March 2024 | $146,371 | -1.3% |
| February 2024 | $148,349 | - |
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