Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $102,028.
Over the past 12 months, Monroe County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.2 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 | $104,253 | 2.2 |
| July | $102,028 | -1.3 |
| June | $103,367 | 6.6 |
| May | $96,992 | -5.2 |
| April | $102,299 | 14 |
| March | $89,766 | -3.4 |
| February | $92,914 | -18.2 |
| January | $113,627 | 13.9 |
| December 2022 | $99,748 | -1 |
| November 2022 | $100,774 | 4.3 |
| October 2022 | $96,616 | 2.4 |
| September 2022 | $94,375 | -4.9 |
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