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 $30,700.
Over the past 12 months, Bond County's residents have collectively paid a total of $381,345 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $31,519 | 2.7 |
| July | $30,700 | -7.9 |
| June | $33,339 | 3 |
| May | $32,382 | -1 |
| April | $32,724 | 12.8 |
| March | $29,015 | 10.8 |
| February | $26,177 | -30.5 |
| January | $37,690 | 23.3 |
| December 2023 | $30,571 | -3.3 |
| November 2023 | $31,614 | -3.5 |
| October 2023 | $32,773 | -0.2 |
| September 2023 | $32,841 | -3.6 |
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