Henderson County taxpayers paid $34,727 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $31,899.
Over the past 12 months, Henderson County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $324,561 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $34,727 | 8.9% |
| April | $31,899 | 12.6% |
| March | $28,337 | -5.9% |
| February | $30,104 | 1.2% |
| January | $29,746 | 14% |
| December 2024 | $26,084 | 7.4% |
| November 2024 | $24,284 | -7% |
| October 2024 | $26,108 | 8.3% |
| September 2024 | $24,116 | 7.7% |
| August 2024 | $22,388 | -0.6% |
| July 2024 | $22,532 | -7% |
| June 2024 | $24,236 | 8.9% |
| May 2024 | $22,247 | – |
