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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $87,503.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| June | $94,990 | 8.6 |
| May | $87,503 | -5.7 |
| April | $92,826 | 20.2 |
| March | $77,256 | 0.2 |
| February | $77,082 | -20.3 |
| January | $96,664 | 7.3 |
| 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 |
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