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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $76,040.
Over the past 12 months, Fulton County's residents have collectively paid a total of $878,812 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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $80,627 | 6% |
| July | $76,040 | -4.6% |
| June | $79,685 | 8.3% |
| May | $73,545 | -6.5% |
| April | $78,616 | 16% |
| March | $67,755 | -10% |
| February | $75,243 | 1.3% |
| January | $74,298 | 9.4% |
| December 2024 | $67,927 | -3.6% |
| November 2024 | $70,497 | 5.1% |
| October 2024 | $67,076 | -0.6% |
| September 2024 | $67,503 | 5.9% |
| August 2024 | $63,770 | - |
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