Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $61,889.
Over the past 12 months, Marion County's residents have collectively paid a total of $811,079 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2023 | $66,382 | 7.3 |
| October 2023 | $61,889 | -7.4 |
| September 2023 | $66,823 | 3.8 |
| August 2023 | $64,385 | -12.6 |
| July 2023 | $73,672 | 2.5 |
| June 2023 | $71,888 | -0.2 |
| May 2023 | $72,065 | 3.9 |
| April 2023 | $69,339 | 15.8 |
| March 2023 | $59,892 | 5.1 |
| February 2023 | $57,001 | -28.5 |
| January 2023 | $79,696 | 17.1 |
| December 2022 | $68,047 | 0 |
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