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Marion County collects $81,622 in Countywide Sales Tax in February

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Marion County taxpayers paid $81,622 in Countywide Sales Tax in February, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $93,785.

Over the past 12 months, Marion County's residents have collectively paid a total of $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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Marion County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
February$81,622-13
January$93,78511.6
December 2023$84,0481.5
November 2023$82,7842.5
October 2023$80,745-1.5
September 2023$81,993-0.6
August 2023$82,500-8.6
July 2023$90,304-2.8
June 2023$92,9161.7
May 2023$91,3223.3
April 2023$88,43521.3
March 2023$72,911-2.2

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