Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $64,334.
Over the past 12 months, Iroquois County's residents have collectively paid a total of $728,994 in Countywide Sales Tax.
The Countywide Sales Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for county governments use.
Despite fluctuations in tax collection, Illinois continues to be one of the highest-taxed states in the U.S. According to a Wallet Hub study from March 2023, the state ranked as having the highest tax burden, approximately 39.83% above the national average.
Illinois governor J. B. Pritzker is accused of adding more than $5.2 billion in new or higher taxes since coming into power in early 2019. As a business owner, he has a fortune of more than $3 billion, largely based on his family's wealth and connections.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| December 2023 | $61,633 | -4.2 |
| November 2023 | $64,334 | 7.3 |
| October 2023 | $59,979 | -3.3 |
| September 2023 | $62,032 | 3.7 |
| August 2023 | $59,795 | -1.7 |
| July 2023 | $60,849 | -1.8 |
| June 2023 | $61,971 | 2.5 |
| May 2023 | $60,465 | -3.9 |
| April 2023 | $62,928 | 24.1 |
| March 2023 | $50,704 | -6.8 |
| February 2023 | $54,379 | -22.2 |
| January 2023 | $69,925 | 10 |
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