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 $45,963.
Over the past 12 months, Perry County's residents have collectively paid a total of $543,614 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 |
---|---|---|
May | $34,236 | -25.5 |
April | $45,963 | 28.4 |
March | $35,792 | -6.9 |
February | $38,446 | -15 |
January | $45,245 | 26.7 |
December 2023 | $35,701 | -13.6 |
November 2023 | $41,328 | -14.8 |
October 2023 | $48,494 | -56.7 |
September 2023 | $111,973 | 219.3 |
August 2023 | $35,069 | -1.7 |
July 2023 | $35,674 | -0.1 |
June 2023 | $35,693 | 0.4 |