Government

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Tazewell County taxpayers paid $621,398 in Countywide Sales Tax in August, according to Illinois tax records .

This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $616,956.

Over the past 12 months, Tazewell County's residents have collectively paid a total of $7 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

See Full Page