Franklin County taxpayers paid $263,402 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in March, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $249,424.
Over the past 12 months, Franklin County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $3.2 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| March | $263,402 | 5.6% |
| February | $249,424 | -16.8% |
| January | $299,624 | 14.9% |
| December 2024 | $260,698 | -0.3% |
| November 2024 | $261,495 | 0.6% |
| October 2024 | $259,952 | <-0.1% |
| September 2024 | $260,062 | -2.7% |
| August 2024 | $267,206 | -0.8% |
| July 2024 | $269,300 | -4.6% |
| June 2024 | $282,160 | 4.9% |
| May 2024 | $268,938 | -3.4% |
| April 2024 | $278,275 | 23.7% |
| March 2024 | $224,902 | – |
