Union County taxpayers paid $180,290 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 $191,524.
Over the past 12 months, Union County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $2 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 | $180,290 | -5.9% |
| April | $191,524 | 28.1% |
| March | $149,469 | 2.1% |
| February | $146,358 | -18% |
| January | $178,449 | 9.2% |
| December 2024 | $163,453 | -2.4% |
| November 2024 | $167,538 | -1.9% |
| October 2024 | $170,859 | 8.3% |
| September 2024 | $157,802 | -3.3% |
| August 2024 | $163,148 | 1.7% |
| July 2024 | $160,471 | -4.4% |
| June 2024 | $167,877 | 4.7% |
| May 2024 | $160,392 | – |
