Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when Private Vehicle County Home Rule Sales Tax collection stood at $868,043.
Over the past 12 months, Cook County's residents have collectively paid a total of $11.7 million in Private Vehicle County Home Rule Sales Tax.
The Private Vehicle County Home Rule 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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| August | $38,154 | -95.6% |
| July | $868,043 | -15.3% |
| June | $1,024,840 | -0.2% |
| May | $1,026,840 | -16.2% |
| April | $1,224,870 | 4% |
| March | $1,177,510 | 9.7% |
| February | $1,073,760 | 17.3% |
| January | $915,180 | -4.2% |
| December 2024 | $955,107 | -19.5% |
| November 2024 | $1,186,360 | 4.8% |
| October 2024 | $1,131,710 | 6.8% |
| September 2024 | $1,059,540 | -5% |
| August 2024 | $1,115,632 | - |
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