Pope County taxpayers paid $8,803 in Countywide Sales Tax in March, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks an increase over the month before when no taxes were collected.
Over the past 12 months, Pope County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $89,654 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 Pope County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| March | $8,803 | – |
| February | $0 | -100% |
| January | $23,144 | 213.9% |
| December 2024 | $7,374 | -8.8% |
| November 2024 | $8,082 | 15.2% |
| October 2024 | $7,013 | 26.4% |
| September 2024 | $5,550 | 2.8% |
| August 2024 | $5,397 | -15.9% |
| July 2024 | $6,420 | 31.6% |
| June 2024 | $4,880 | -20.6% |
| May 2024 | $6,148 | -10.2% |
| April 2024 | $6,843 | 4.7% |
| March 2024 | $6,533 | – |
