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This figure marks a noticeable increase over the previous year, when Non-Home Rule Sales Tax collection stood at approximately $5.5 million.
In Illinois, the Non-Home Rule Sales Tax, levied by non-home rule local governments, applies to the same general merchandise as the state sales tax. This tax can be set in increments of 0.25% up to 1%, and it's aimed at funding local services. Each non-home rule locality decides independently on whether to implement the tax and at what rate, based on their specific needs.
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.
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,614,201 | 2.5% |
| 2023 | $5,479,043 | 4.2% |
| 2022 | $5,256,361 | -0.5% |
| 2021 | $5,282,872 | 169.3% |
| 2020 | $1,961,458 | - |
