Knox County taxpayers paid $165,146 in Countywide Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $171,115.
Over the past 12 months, Knox County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $1.8 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.
Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Knox County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $165,146 | -3.5% |
| April | $171,115 | 23.3% |
| March | $138,748 | 0.3% |
| February | $138,388 | -14.1% |
| January | $161,086 | 8.2% |
| December 2024 | $148,843 | -17.1% |
| November 2024 | $179,503 | 23.8% |
| October 2024 | $145,014 | -3.8% |
| September 2024 | $150,685 | 7.4% |
| August 2024 | $140,299 | -0.4% |
| July 2024 | $140,819 | -6.7% |
| June 2024 | $150,950 | 9.6% |
| May 2024 | $137,679 | – |
