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 $66,818.
Over the past 12 months, Monroe County's residents have collectively paid a total of $917,886 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 |
|---|---|---|
| April | $76,279 | 14.2 |
| March | $66,818 | -7.7 |
| February | $72,371 | -23.1 |
| 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 |
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