Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $705,093.
Over the past 12 months, Champaign County's residents have collectively paid a total of $8.4 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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $742,447 | 5.3% |
| July | $705,093 | -5.6% |
| June | $746,893 | 0.4% |
| May | $743,761 | -2% |
| April | $758,680 | 20.8% |
| March | $628,029 | 3% |
| February | $609,847 | -17.8% |
| January | $741,859 | 8.9% |
| December 2024 | $681,422 | -5.2% |
| November 2024 | $718,874 | 7.9% |
| October 2024 | $666,503 | -3.2% |
| September 2024 | $688,829 | 15.4% |
| August 2024 | $596,734 | - |
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