Pulaski County taxpayers paid $15,331 in County Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $17,980.
Over the past 12 months, Pulaski County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $154,124 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 |
|---|---|---|
| June | $15,331 | -14.7% |
| May | $17,980 | 29.9% |
| April | $13,845 | -4.8% |
| March | $14,536 | 32.4% |
| February | $10,977 | -33.7% |
| January | $16,551 | -8.1% |
| December 2024 | $18,018 | 31.7% |
| November 2024 | $13,682 | 70.4% |
| October 2024 | $8,030 | -30.4% |
| September 2024 | $11,540 | 52.7% |
| August 2024 | $7,557 | 24.4% |
| July 2024 | $6,077 | -23.4% |
| June 2024 | $7,938 | – |
