Rock Island County taxpayers paid $504,882 in Countywide Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $512,162.
Over the past 12 months, Rock Island County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $5.7 million 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 Rock Island County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $504,882 | -1.4% |
| May | $512,162 | -0.7% |
| April | $515,758 | 22.2% |
| March | $422,214 | -1.1% |
| February | $426,948 | -12.8% |
| January | $489,693 | -1.1% |
| December 2024 | $495,114 | -15.1% |
| November 2024 | $582,960 | 42.6% |
| October 2024 | $408,935 | -23.1% |
| September 2024 | $531,508 | 34.6% |
| August 2024 | $394,752 | -2.4% |
| July 2024 | $404,616 | -7.6% |
| June 2024 | $437,756 | – |
