Illinois Sales Tax Rate Change 2025
Beginning July 1, 2025, updates to local sales tax rates on general merchandise will take effect across several Illinois taxing jurisdictions. To help you prepare for this change, please review the following important actions and resources to help you in this transition:
Key Steps:
- Update Your Sales Systems: Make sure your point-of-sale and accounting systems are configured to apply the new local tax rates as of July 1, 2025. Using outdated rates may result in incorrect tax collection and could lead to penalties.
- Coordination with Your Software Vendor: If you rely on a third-party vendor for sales tax calculation, reach out to them promptly to confirm that they are aware of the upcoming rate changes and will apply the necessary updates to your system.
- Verify the New Sales Tax Rates: To ensure accuracy, use the MyTax Illinois Tax Rate Finder to look up your new combined state and local sales tax rates. Be sure to select the rates applicable to July 2025.
The complete bulletin and sales rate changes by jurisdiction can be found on the Illinois Department of Revenue website. We recognize that managing tax updates can be complex, and we’re here to support you. If you have questions or need assistance updating your systems, please contact us. We are committed to helping you stay compliant with the latest tax regulations and ensuring a smooth transition.
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Consider Rachael Lesperance the “Swiss Army knife” of Eccezion. Her versatility has proven invaluable since she joined the firm in 2011, always at the ready to jump in whenever and wherever needed. “I particularly enjoy working with local small businesses, whether it be assisting with their financial statements or finding ways to minimize their tax burden. Investing in the community that way is important to me.”
