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 $44,377.
Over the past 12 months, Washington County's residents have collectively paid a total of $609,395 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 | $44,847 | 1.1 |
| February | $44,377 | -11.8 |
| January | $50,307 | 7.4 |
| December 2023 | $46,820 | -5.4 |
| November 2023 | $49,504 | -5.4 |
| October 2023 | $52,310 | -2.7 |
| September 2023 | $53,759 | 8 |
| August 2023 | $49,764 | -13.3 |
| July 2023 | $57,402 | 2.8 |
| June 2023 | $55,854 | 8.5 |
| May 2023 | $51,463 | -2.9 |
| April 2023 | $52,988 | 25 |
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