Pope County taxpayers paid $13,424 in Countywide Sales Tax in July, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $9,930.
Over the past 12 months, Pope County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $112,446 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 Pope County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| July | $13,424 | 35.2% |
| June | $9,930 | -17.1% |
| May | $11,971 | 1.8% |
| April | $11,758 | 33.6% |
| March | $8,803 | – |
| February | $0 | -100% |
| January | $23,144 | 213.9% |
| December 2024 | $7,374 | -8.8% |
| November 2024 | $8,082 | 15.2% |
| October 2024 | $7,013 | 26.4% |
| September 2024 | $5,550 | 2.8% |
| August 2024 | $5,397 | -15.9% |
| July 2024 | $6,420 | – |
