Livingston County taxpayers paid $136,415 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 $138,145.
Over the past 12 months, Livingston 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 Livingston County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $136,415 | -1.3% |
| May | $138,145 | 2.9% |
| April | $134,301 | 19.5% |
| March | $112,389 | -1.1% |
| February | $113,693 | -11.1% |
| January | $127,864 | -3.1% |
| December 2024 | $131,984 | 5.5% |
| November 2024 | $125,068 | 2.4% |
| October 2024 | $122,167 | -1.8% |
| September 2024 | $124,441 | 9.3% |
| August 2024 | $113,857 | -1.2% |
| July 2024 | $115,239 | -15.7% |
| June 2024 | $136,701 | – |
