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McHenry County collects approximately $1.1 million in Countywide Sales Tax in May

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Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue

Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue

McHenry County taxpayers paid approximately $1.1 million in Countywide Sales Tax in May, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood just over $1.1 million.

Over the past 12 months, McHenry County's residents have collectively paid a total of $12.7 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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in McHenry County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
May$1,137,180-0.3%
April$1,140,06024.7%
March$914,445-6%
February$973,157-18.1%
January$1,188,91014.2%
December 2024$1,041,510-6.9%
November 2024$1,118,17010.9%
October 2024$1,008,080-4.3%
September 2024$1,053,6201.9%
August 2024$1,033,7901.5%
July 2024$1,018,130-4.7%
June 2024$1,068,15011%
May 2024$962,242-

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