Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $439,382.
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 Union County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $458,861 | 4.4% |
| 2023 | $439,382 | 0.9% |
| 2022 | $435,529 | 2% |
| 2021 | $427,041 | 24.7% |
| 2020 | $342,475 | 15.9% |
| 2019 | $295,443 | -8.3% |
| 2018 | $322,203 | - |
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