Henderson County taxpayers paid $22,107 in County Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $18,393.
Over the past 12 months, Henderson County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $196,931 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $22,107 | 20.2% |
| April | $18,393 | 4.3% |
| March | $17,637 | -19.7% |
| February | $21,952 | 13.9% |
| January | $19,273 | 18% |
| December 2024 | $16,326 | -7% |
| November 2024 | $17,555 | 38.2% |
| October 2024 | $12,701 | -20.8% |
| September 2024 | $16,041 | 44.6% |
| August 2024 | $11,090 | -3% |
| July 2024 | $11,433 | -8% |
| June 2024 | $12,423 | -12.8% |
| May 2024 | $14,242 | – |
