Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $39,686.
Over the past 12 months, Stark County's residents have collectively paid a total of $476,600 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $64,661 | 62.9% |
| February | $39,686 | -20.5% |
| January | $49,939 | 45.7% |
| December 2024 | $34,278 | -42.5% |
| November 2024 | $59,568 | 62.4% |
| October 2024 | $36,680 | 19.2% |
| September 2024 | $30,759 | -6.4% |
| August 2024 | $32,880 | 5% |
| July 2024 | $31,304 | -5.5% |
| June 2024 | $33,109 | 4.3% |
| May 2024 | $31,735 | -0.8% |
| April 2024 | $32,001 | 8.4% |
| March 2024 | $29,526 | - |
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