Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where County Flood Protection Tax collection stood at $77,675.
Over the past 12 months, Monroe County's residents have collectively paid a total of $903,911 in County Flood Protection Tax.
The County Flood Protection Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for other taxing jurisdictions 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 | $94,070 | 21.1 |
December 2023 | $77,675 | 1.9 |
November 2023 | $76,242 | -1.3 |
October 2023 | $77,261 | 3.9 |
September 2023 | $74,346 | -0.4 |
August 2023 | $74,620 | -3.1 |
July 2023 | $77,016 | -0.8 |
June 2023 | $77,644 | 5.6 |
May 2023 | $73,544 | 2.8 |
April 2023 | $71,517 | 9.1 |
March 2023 | $65,529 | 1.7 |
February 2023 | $64,447 | -26.6 |