Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $34,012.
Over the past 12 months, Bond County's residents have collectively paid a total of $383,487 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $34,073 | 0.2 |
| July | $34,012 | -0.7 |
| June | $34,247 | 10.2 |
| May | $31,075 | -5.9 |
| April | $33,034 | 24.3 |
| March | $26,584 | 4.5 |
| February | $25,436 | -26.3 |
| January | $34,531 | 6.5 |
| December 2022 | $32,429 | -7.9 |
| November 2022 | $35,216 | 9.3 |
| October 2022 | $32,206 | 5.1 |
| September 2022 | $30,644 | -5.6 |
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