Grundy County taxpayers paid $86,066 in County Sales Tax in February, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $77,221.
Over the past 12 months, Grundy County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $802,262 in County Sales Tax.
The County Sales Tax is a local sales tax imposed on retail sales of goods and services within a specific county. It is one of the primary sources of revenue for county governments, funding a wide range of essential services, including education, infrastructure, public safety, public health, and social services. The average rate imposed in Illinois is around 8.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $86,066 | 11.5% |
| January | $77,221 | 43.7% |
| December 2024 | $53,753 | -6.3% |
| November 2024 | $57,341 | 12.3% |
| October 2024 | $51,082 | -1.4% |
| September 2024 | $51,797 | 4.3% |
| August 2024 | $49,673 | -7.5% |
| July 2024 | $53,710 | -13.8% |
| June 2024 | $62,313 | -2.5% |
| May 2024 | $63,887 | -55.9% |
| April 2024 | $144,904 | 186.9% |
| March 2024 | $50,515 | -9.9% |
| February 2024 | $56,055 | – |
