Putnam County taxpayers paid $35,801 in Countywide Sales Tax in March, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $38,582.
Over the past 12 months, Putnam County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $369,605 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 Putnam County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| March | $35,801 | -7.2% |
| February | $38,582 | 13.8% |
| January | $33,912 | 13.4% |
| December 2024 | $29,898 | 3% |
| November 2024 | $29,017 | 21.3% |
| October 2024 | $23,925 | -8.6% |
| September 2024 | $26,178 | -2.7% |
| August 2024 | $26,901 | 16.3% |
| July 2024 | $23,129 | -29.7% |
| June 2024 | $32,908 | <0.1% |
| May 2024 | $32,896 | -9.8% |
| April 2024 | $36,458 | -0.5% |
| March 2024 | $36,645 | – |
