Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a slightly decrease from the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood just under $1.1 million.
The Countywide Sales Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for county governments' use.
As of 2021, Illinois was the highest taxed state in the US. A study from Wallet Hub found Illinois taxes were 39.83% higher than 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.
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,061,400 | -0.2% |
| 2022 | $1,063,572 | 7.1% |
| 2021 | $993,523 | 22.3% |
| 2020 | $812,082 | 15.2% |
| 2019 | $705,136 | -9.6% |
| 2018 | $779,892 | - |
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