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 $131,728.
Over the past 12 months, Clinton County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $175,759 | 33.4 |
| December 2024 | $131,728 | -10 |
| November 2024 | $146,330 | 7.6 |
| October 2024 | $135,991 | 0 |
| September 2024 | $135,980 | 6.8 |
| August 2024 | $127,280 | -3.7 |
| July 2024 | $132,175 | -4.4 |
| June 2024 | $138,296 | 4.4 |
| May 2024 | $132,495 | -2 |
| April 2024 | $135,228 | 5.8 |
| March 2024 | $127,857 | 8 |
| February 2024 | $118,411 | -16.1 |
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