Hardin County taxpayers paid $5,927 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 $5,097.
Over the past 12 months, Hardin County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $54,960 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 Hardin County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| July | $5,927 | 16.3% |
| June | $5,097 | 8.7% |
| May | $4,687 | -16.1% |
| April | $5,584 | 24.8% |
| March | $4,476 | 13.3% |
| February | $3,949 | 10.7% |
| January | $3,567 | -22.7% |
| December 2024 | $4,618 | 3.5% |
| November 2024 | $4,462 | 9.4% |
| October 2024 | $4,078 | -9.7% |
| September 2024 | $4,516 | 12.9% |
| August 2024 | $3,999 | 4.2% |
| July 2024 | $3,838 | – |
