Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood just under $3.6 million.
Over the past 12 months, Lake County's residents have collectively paid a total of $38.7 million 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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $3,618,980 | 1.9% |
| July | $3,552,310 | 1.3% |
| June | $3,505,450 | 7.7% |
| May | $3,255,080 | -9.6% |
| April | $3,601,220 | 27% |
| March | $2,835,430 | 5.1% |
| February | $2,698,090 | -21.6% |
| January | $3,441,480 | 14.6% |
| December 2024 | $3,002,710 | -6.6% |
| November 2024 | $3,215,230 | 8.9% |
| October 2024 | $2,953,620 | -3.5% |
| September 2024 | $3,061,720 | 2.7% |
| August 2024 | $2,980,425 | - |
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