Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when County Share of RTA Sales Tax collection stood just under $3.1 million.
Over the past 12 months, Will County's residents have collectively paid a total of $38.6 million in County Share of RTA Sales Tax.
The County Share of RTA Sales Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for other taxing jurisdictions' 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 | $3,065,400 | -0.5% |
| February | $3,080,900 | -15.8% |
| January | $3,657,600 | 8.3% |
| December 2024 | $3,378,390 | -5.1% |
| November 2024 | $3,558,810 | 15.8% |
| October 2024 | $3,073,620 | -6.1% |
| September 2024 | $3,272,340 | 2.1% |
| August 2024 | $3,206,190 | 3.2% |
| July 2024 | $3,105,850 | -5.5% |
| June 2024 | $3,287,720 | 12.8% |
| May 2024 | $2,915,180 | -3.9% |
| April 2024 | $3,034,380 | 17.2% |
| March 2024 | $2,588,341 | - |
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