Henry County taxpayers paid $143,015 in Countywide Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $139,674.
Over the past 12 months, Henry County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $1.5 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 Henry County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $143,015 | 2.4% |
| April | $139,674 | 21.2% |
| March | $115,272 | -5.5% |
| February | $121,983 | -10.7% |
| January | $136,567 | 9.8% |
| December 2024 | $124,429 | -1.1% |
| November 2024 | $125,837 | 1.6% |
| October 2024 | $123,895 | -1.8% |
| September 2024 | $126,223 | 11.7% |
| August 2024 | $112,994 | -1.4% |
| July 2024 | $114,634 | -7.1% |
| June 2024 | $123,422 | 1.8% |
| May 2024 | $121,232 | – |
