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 $88,233.
Over the past 12 months, Christian 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.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $93,202 | 5.6 |
| May | $88,233 | 0.8 |
| April | $87,576 | 17.5 |
| March | $74,553 | -2 |
| February | $76,108 | -19.5 |
| January | $94,540 | 18.5 |
| December 2023 | $79,802 | -3.6 |
| November 2023 | $82,786 | 0.4 |
| October 2023 | $82,453 | -0.3 |
| September 2023 | $82,665 | -0.8 |
| August 2023 | $83,293 | -4.8 |
| July 2023 | $87,460 | -4.8 |
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