Vermilion County taxpayers paid $231,640 in Countywide Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $219,782.
Over the past 12 months, Vermilion County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $2.5 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 Vermilion County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $231,640 | 5.4% |
| May | $219,782 | -5.3% |
| April | $232,194 | 17.6% |
| March | $197,389 | 2.2% |
| February | $193,205 | -14.6% |
| January | $226,166 | 17.4% |
| December 2024 | $192,676 | -7.6% |
| November 2024 | $208,608 | 7.6% |
| October 2024 | $193,799 | -5.7% |
| September 2024 | $205,439 | 9.5% |
| August 2024 | $187,650 | -1.2% |
| July 2024 | $189,899 | -6.6% |
| June 2024 | $203,346 | – |
