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 $67,277.
Over the past 12 months, Montgomery County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.1 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 | $87,006 | 29.3 |
| July | $67,277 | -33.1 |
| June | $100,571 | -8.9 |
| May | $110,406 | 20.9 |
| April | $91,324 | 13.9 |
| March | $80,196 | 0.5 |
| February | $79,836 | -16.6 |
| January | $95,746 | 11.3 |
| December 2023 | $85,992 | -3.9 |
| November 2023 | $89,489 | 2.5 |
| October 2023 | $87,318 | -23.9 |
| September 2023 | $114,797 | 15.7 |
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