Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $26,899.
Over the past 12 months, Johnson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $274,415 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 Johnson County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| July | $25,824 | -4% |
| June | $26,899 | 5.5% |
| May | $25,506 | -15.1% |
| April | $30,031 | 37.4% |
| March | $21,862 | 10.1% |
| February | $19,864 | -11.5% |
| January | $22,448 | 6.8% |
| December 2024 | $21,012 | -6.4% |
| November 2024 | $22,452 | 19% |
| October 2024 | $18,864 | -9% |
| September 2024 | $20,728 | 9.5% |
| August 2024 | $18,925 | -6.3% |
| July 2024 | $20,201 | - |
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