Henry County taxpayers paid $54,660 in County Sales Tax in February, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $65,356.
Over the past 12 months, Henry County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $568,647 in County Sales Tax.
The County Sales Tax is a local sales tax imposed on retail sales of goods and services within a specific county. It is one of the primary sources of revenue for county governments, funding a wide range of essential services, including education, infrastructure, public safety, public health, and social services. The average rate imposed in Illinois is around 8.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $54,660 | -16.4% |
| January | $65,356 | 29.1% |
| December 2024 | $50,609 | 5.8% |
| November 2024 | $47,823 | 6.6% |
| October 2024 | $44,854 | -8% |
| September 2024 | $48,752 | 37.2% |
| August 2024 | $35,523 | -11.1% |
| July 2024 | $39,970 | -19.5% |
| June 2024 | $49,633 | 7.3% |
| May 2024 | $46,236 | 3.4% |
| April 2024 | $44,720 | 10.4% |
| March 2024 | $40,511 | 16.2% |
| February 2024 | $34,864 | – |
