Grundy County taxpayers paid $488,955 in Countywide Sales Tax in February, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase over the previous month, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $300,065.
Over the past 12 months, Grundy County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $3.5 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 Grundy County Over Last 12 months
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| February | $488,955 | 62.9% |
| January | $300,065 | 15% |
| December 2024 | $260,988 | -6.2% |
| November 2024 | $278,147 | 2% |
| October 2024 | $272,706 | 3.2% |
| September 2024 | $264,170 | -2.8% |
| August 2024 | $271,909 | -1.4% |
| July 2024 | $275,887 | -5.5% |
| June 2024 | $291,899 | 6.1% |
| May 2024 | $275,124 | -5.3% |
| April 2024 | $290,387 | 20% |
| March 2024 | $241,977 | -11.3% |
| February 2024 | $272,797 | – |
