Massac County taxpayers paid $381,680 in Countywide Sales Tax in 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $386,296.
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 Massac County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $381,680 | -1.2% |
| 2023 | $386,296 | 5.4% |
| 2022 | $366,518 | -7.9% |
| 2021 | $397,813 | 48.4% |
| 2020 | $268,116 | -0.8% |
| 2019 | $270,250 | -11.7% |
| 2018 | $306,154 | – |
