Hardin County taxpayers paid $166,536 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous year, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $179,948.
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.
Special County Retailers Occupation Tax Collected in Hardin County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $166,536 | -7.5% |
| 2023 | $179,948 | 31.2% |
| 2022 | $137,178 | 7.1% |
| 2021 | $128,123 | 33.4% |
| 2020 | $96,021 | 4.2% |
| 2019 | $92,112 | -15.7% |
| 2018 | $109,320 | – |
