LaSalle County taxpayers paid $386,298 in Countywide Sales Tax in March, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $397,907.
Over the past 12 months, LaSalle County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $4.9 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 LaSalle County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| March | $386,298 | -2.9% |
| February | $397,907 | -12.3% |
| January | $453,715 | 13.3% |
| December 2024 | $400,453 | -7.7% |
| November 2024 | $433,667 | 9.6% |
| October 2024 | $395,816 | -2.1% |
| September 2024 | $404,188 | -3.2% |
| August 2024 | $417,534 | 3.8% |
| July 2024 | $402,067 | -3.5% |
| June 2024 | $416,775 | 6.7% |
| May 2024 | $390,566 | -2.7% |
| April 2024 | $401,399 | 16.9% |
| March 2024 | $343,504 | – |
