Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at approximately $4.9 million.
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 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,187,121 | 6.8% |
| 2023 | $4,856,101 | 2.1% |
| 2022 | $4,754,931 | 4.3% |
| 2021 | $4,557,096 | 25.2% |
| 2020 | $3,639,536 | 1.8% |
| 2019 | $3,576,936 | -8.4% |
| 2018 | $3,903,962 | - |
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