Kendall County taxpayers paid the 14th largest sum in sales taxes in June, according to Illinois tax records.
In total, residents paid approximately $2.5 million in sales taxes during June.
The county also ranked 14th in the Prairie State the month before, with approximately $2.3 million spent in sales taxes.
The largest share of sales taxes paid by Kendall County residents in June came from the Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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.
| Type of Tax | Total Amount Collected | % Change From Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| Special County Retailers Occupation Tax | $1,858,788 | 9.1% |
| Countywide Sales Tax | $513,399 | 7.6% |
| County Sales Tax | $164,882 | 43.4% |
