Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a slightly decrease from the previous year, when Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood just over $3.9 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 LaSalle County Over Last 7 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,912,770 | <-0.1% |
| 2023 | $3,914,316 | 1.4% |
| 2022 | $3,860,625 | 12.3% |
| 2021 | $3,438,455 | 25.7% |
| 2020 | $2,734,891 | 6.6% |
| 2019 | $2,565,642 | -10.1% |
| 2018 | $2,855,449 | - |
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Village of Naplate• Illinois Department of Revenue• Village of North Utica• Village of Dana• City of Peru• City of Oglesby• Village of Rutland• Village of Sheridan• Village of Troy Grove• Village of Leonore• Village of Tonica• City of Earlville• Dayton• City of Marseilles• Village of Lostant• Village of Leland• Lake Holiday• Village of Grand Ridge• City of Ottawa• City of Mendota• City of La Salle
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