Massac County taxpayers paid $37,569 in Countywide Sales Tax in March, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $37,115.
Over the past 12 months, Massac County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $401,638 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 Massac County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| March | $37,569 | 1.2% |
| February | $37,115 | 7.5% |
| January | $34,514 | -14.3% |
| December 2024 | $40,289 | 18.9% |
| November 2024 | $33,890 | 19.1% |
| October 2024 | $28,453 | -13.8% |
| September 2024 | $32,993 | 13.7% |
| August 2024 | $29,022 | -3.2% |
| July 2024 | $29,971 | -1.3% |
| June 2024 | $30,366 | -1.3% |
| May 2024 | $30,753 | -16.2% |
| April 2024 | $36,703 | 30.2% |
| March 2024 | $28,198 | – |
