Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $121,640.
Over the past 12 months, Clinton County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.6 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $114,107 | -6.2 |
| February | $121,640 | -13.9 |
| January | $141,268 | 8.7 |
| December 2022 | $129,992 | -3.5 |
| November 2022 | $134,716 | 2.2 |
| October 2022 | $131,771 | 4.7 |
| September 2022 | $125,857 | -1.7 |
| August 2022 | $128,016 | -7.3 |
| July 2022 | $138,145 | 0.9 |
| June 2022 | $136,930 | 6.5 |
| May 2022 | $128,581 | 0.2 |
| April 2022 | $128,268 | 30.8 |
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