Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $35,693.
Over the past 12 months, Perry County's residents have collectively paid a total of $402,255 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $35,674 | -0.1 |
| June | $35,693 | 0.4 |
| May | $35,543 | 3.1 |
| April | $34,471 | 16.9 |
| March | $29,492 | 0.4 |
| February | $29,381 | -17.8 |
| January | $35,739 | 4 |
| December 2022 | $34,377 | 0.4 |
| November 2022 | $34,229 | 1.9 |
| October 2022 | $33,584 | 0.5 |
| September 2022 | $33,426 | 9.1 |
| August 2022 | $30,646 | -7.5 |
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