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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $67,395.
Over the past 12 months, Perry County's residents have collectively paid a total of $951,164 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $62,332 | -7.5 |
| February | $67,395 | -16 |
| January | $80,207 | 25.7 |
| December 2023 | $63,791 | -11.5 |
| November 2023 | $72,046 | -16.5 |
| October 2023 | $86,312 | -59.8 |
| September 2023 | $214,634 | 273.4 |
| August 2023 | $57,478 | -7.8 |
| July 2023 | $62,374 | -1.6 |
| June 2023 | $63,364 | 2.3 |
| May 2023 | $61,962 | 4.5 |
| April 2023 | $59,269 | 19.9 |
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