Alexander County taxpayers paid $54,901 in County Sales Tax in March, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $36,498.
Over the past 12 months, Alexander County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $214,245 in County Sales Tax.
The County Sales Tax is a local sales tax imposed on retail sales of goods and services within a specific county. It is one of the primary sources of revenue for county governments, funding a wide range of essential services, including education, infrastructure, public safety, public health, and social services. The average rate imposed in Illinois is around 8.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $54,901 | 50.4% |
| February | $36,498 | 46.6% |
| January | $24,894 | 64.1% |
| December 2024 | $15,168 | 17.9% |
| November 2024 | $12,870 | 15.2% |
| October 2024 | $11,174 | -21.8% |
| September 2024 | $14,295 | 123.9% |
| August 2024 | $6,384 | -15.4% |
| July 2024 | $7,549 | -8.3% |
| June 2024 | $8,229 | -34.7% |
| May 2024 | $12,606 | 30.3% |
| April 2024 | $9,677 | 27.1% |
| March 2024 | $7,614 | – |
