The City Council is proposing revisions to the City's tax structure, which will reduce the tax burden on Effingham's residents. See how: Reducing Your Tax Burden; Effingham Designated as NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador: See article

What is the sales tax in the city?

The 2023 sales tax in the City of Effingham is 6.5%. This includes Illinois State sales tax (6.25%) and Effingham County safety sales tax (0.25%).  

Areas of the City located in a Business District have an extra 1% sales tax, making the total 7.5%.

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