Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $84,945.
Over the past 12 months, Marion 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $85,277 | 0.4 |
| July | $84,945 | -0.3 |
| June | $85,209 | 0.3 |
| May | $84,919 | -6.7 |
| April | $90,975 | 16.4 |
| March | $78,176 | -4.2 |
| February | $81,622 | -13 |
| January | $93,785 | 11.6 |
| December 2023 | $84,048 | 1.5 |
| November 2023 | $82,784 | 2.5 |
| October 2023 | $80,745 | -1.5 |
| September 2023 | $81,993 | -0.6 |
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