Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $85,734.
Over the past 12 months, Randolph County's residents have collectively paid a total of $943,836 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 | $78,795 | -8.1 |
| July | $85,734 | 8.4 |
| June | $79,097 | 0 |
| May | $79,064 | -5.1 |
| April | $83,300 | 32.5 |
| March | $62,854 | -8.9 |
| February | $68,992 | -19.6 |
| January | $85,772 | 12.4 |
| December 2022 | $76,302 | -5.6 |
| November 2022 | $80,803 | 2.7 |
| October 2022 | $78,712 | -6.8 |
| September 2022 | $84,411 | 10.5 |
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