Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $360,602.
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 Ford County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $369,982 | 2.6% |
| 2023 | $360,602 | -4.2% |
| 2022 | $376,568 | 17% |
| 2021 | $321,963 | 24% |
| 2020 | $259,612 | 6.2% |
| 2019 | $244,530 | -10.2% |
| 2018 | $272,270 | - |
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