Menard County taxpayers paid $21,197 in Countywide Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $22,344.
Over the past 12 months, Menard County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $236,935 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 Menard County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| May | $21,197 | -5.1% |
| April | $22,344 | 31.9% |
| March | $16,943 | -8.5% |
| February | $18,522 | -13.3% |
| January | $21,367 | 10.4% |
| December 2024 | $19,362 | -3.6% |
| November 2024 | $20,079 | -0.4% |
| October 2024 | $20,152 | 11.1% |
| September 2024 | $18,131 | 1.2% |
| August 2024 | $17,913 | -4.8% |
| July 2024 | $18,809 | -15% |
| June 2024 | $22,116 | 5.3% |
| May 2024 | $21,010 | – |
