Vermilion County taxpayers paid $190,220 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $203,142.
Over the past 12 months, Vermilion County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $2.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $190,220 | -6.4% |
| April | $203,142 | 17.6% |
| March | $172,691 | 2.7% |
| 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 | – |
