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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $69,578.
Over the past 12 months, Marion County's residents have collectively paid a total of $806,933 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 | $69,883 | 0.4 |
| June | $69,578 | 5 |
| May | $66,247 | -7.2 |
| April | $71,390 | 15.5 |
| March | $61,788 | -3.5 |
| February | $64,059 | -16.9 |
| January | $77,105 | 14.4 |
| December 2023 | $67,404 | 1.5 |
| November 2023 | $66,382 | 7.3 |
| October 2023 | $61,889 | -7.4 |
| September 2023 | $66,823 | 3.8 |
| August 2023 | $64,385 | -12.6 |
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