Hardin County taxpayers paid $12,127 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in February, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $13,720.
Over the past 12 months, Hardin County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $166,523 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 | $12,127 | -11.6% |
| January | $13,720 | 6.7% |
| December 2024 | $12,853 | -15.7% |
| November 2024 | $15,242 | 1.9% |
| October 2024 | $14,965 | -5.5% |
| September 2024 | $15,833 | 7.6% |
| August 2024 | $14,720 | 3% |
| July 2024 | $14,293 | -0.1% |
| June 2024 | $14,313 | 10.8% |
| May 2024 | $12,914 | -7.3% |
| April 2024 | $13,931 | 20% |
| March 2024 | $11,612 | 5% |
| February 2024 | $11,055 | – |
