Logan County taxpayers paid $80,920 in Countywide Sales Tax in April, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $69,294.
Over the past 12 months, Logan County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $844,279 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 Logan County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| April | $80,920 | 16.8% |
| March | $69,294 | 1.3% |
| February | $68,414 | -9.8% |
| January | $75,871 | 9.9% |
| December 2024 | $69,044 | -8.3% |
| November 2024 | $75,281 | 11.7% |
| October 2024 | $67,417 | 1.2% |
| September 2024 | $66,607 | -2.4% |
| August 2024 | $68,217 | 3.5% |
| July 2024 | $65,903 | -7.7% |
| June 2024 | $71,405 | 8.3% |
| May 2024 | $65,906 | -7% |
| April 2024 | $70,864 | – |
