Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $306,564.
Over the past 12 months, Knox County's residents have collectively paid a total of $3.2 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $286,444 | -6.6% |
| July | $306,564 | 6.5% |
| June | $287,883 | 4.5% |
| May | $275,437 | -4.3% |
| April | $287,919 | 19.8% |
| March | $240,292 | 2.8% |
| February | $233,634 | -15.3% |
| January | $275,857 | 11.4% |
| December 2024 | $247,623 | -8.6% |
| November 2024 | $270,818 | 8.3% |
| October 2024 | $250,139 | 0.3% |
| September 2024 | $249,320 | 2.9% |
| August 2024 | $242,184 | - |
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