Monroe County taxpayers paid $131,907 in Countywide Sales Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $126,742.
Over the past 12 months, Monroe County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $1.3 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 | $131,907 | 4.1 |
| December 2024 | $126,742 | 4.9 |
| November 2024 | $120,790 | 15.8 |
| October 2024 | $104,303 | -6.3 |
| September 2024 | $111,269 | 7.2 |
| August 2024 | $103,785 | 10 |
| July 2024 | $94,376 | -9.9 |
| June 2024 | $104,772 | -0.4 |
| May 2024 | $105,159 | -5 |
| April 2024 | $110,654 | 19.5 |
| March 2024 | $92,568 | -6.7 |
| February 2024 | $99,218 | -18 |
