Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
In total, residents paid $39,943 in sales taxes during February.
The county ranked 91st in the Prairie State the month before, with $78,056 spent in sales taxes.
The largest share of sales taxes paid by Marshall County residents in February came from the 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.
| Type of Tax | Total Amount Collected | % Change From Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| Countywide Sales Tax | $20,458 | -17.9% |
| County Sales Tax | $19,485 | -63.3% |
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