Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
In total, residents paid $635,153 in sales taxes during 2024.
The county ranked 93rd in the Prairie State the year before, with $602,983 spent in sales taxes.
The largest share of sales taxes paid by Massac County residents in 2024 came from the 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.
2024 Massac County Sales Tax Revenues by Type
| Type of Tax | Amount Collected in Year | % Change From Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| Countywide Sales Tax | $381,680 | -1.2% |
| County Sales Tax | $253,474 | 17% |
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