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 $88,251.
Over the past 12 months, Macoupin County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2023 | $90,046 | 2 |
| November 2023 | $88,251 | -4.3 |
| October 2023 | $92,241 | 5.9 |
| September 2023 | $87,108 | -2.1 |
| August 2023 | $88,966 | -0.1 |
| July 2023 | $89,051 | -7.4 |
| June 2023 | $96,138 | 9.6 |
| May 2023 | $87,715 | -4.6 |
| April 2023 | $91,919 | 22.7 |
| March 2023 | $74,901 | -6.1 |
| February 2023 | $79,753 | -16.3 |
| January 2023 | $95,310 | 6 |
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