Warren County taxpayers paid $41,661 in Countywide Sales Tax in August, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $37,494.
Over the past 12 months, Warren County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $455,005 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 Warren County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $41,661 | 11.1% |
| July | $37,494 | -2% |
| June | $38,241 | -5.2% |
| May | $40,323 | -0.9% |
| April | $40,677 | 21.7% |
| March | $33,418 | -5.2% |
| February | $35,250 | -9% |
| January | $38,734 | 1.1% |
| December 2024 | $38,299 | -6.2% |
| November 2024 | $40,835 | 11.8% |
| October 2024 | $36,509 | 8.8% |
| September 2024 | $33,564 | 9.7% |
| August 2024 | $30,602 | – |
