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 $54,379.
Over the past 12 months, Washington County's residents have collectively paid a total of $608,009 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $55,437 | 1.9 |
| June | $54,379 | 3.8 |
| May | $52,386 | -3.2 |
| April | $54,119 | 20.7 |
| 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 |
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