Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $326,233.
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 Mercer County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $324,502 | -0.5% |
| 2023 | $326,233 | 3.2% |
| 2022 | $315,971 | 7.1% |
| 2021 | $295,018 | 35% |
| 2020 | $218,458 | 4.3% |
| 2019 | $209,407 | -9.2% |
| 2018 | $230,667 | - |
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