Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous year, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood just over $3.1 million.
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.
Special County Retailers Occupation Tax Collected in Franklin County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,137,294 | 0.2% |
| 2023 | $3,130,504 | -0.1% |
| 2022 | $3,134,643 | 5.4% |
| 2021 | $2,973,684 | 26% |
| 2020 | $2,359,467 | 213% |
| 2019 | $753,705 | - |
| 2018 | $0 | - |
ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS STORY
Village of Buckner• Illinois Department of Revenue• Village of Ewing• Village of North City• City of Orient• City of Christopher• City of Zeigler• Village of West City• Mulkeytown• Village of Valier• Village of Hanaford• City of Benton• Village Of Thompsonville• Village Of Royalton• City of West Frankfort
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