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 $81,894.
Over the past 12 months, Randolph County's residents have collectively paid a total of $955,276 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $76,655 | -6.4 |
| June | $81,894 | 1.9 |
| May | $80,342 | -4.9 |
| April | $84,522 | 22.1 |
| March | $69,237 | -7.5 |
| February | $74,879 | -12.9 |
| January | $85,968 | 7.6 |
| December 2023 | $79,870 | 3.3 |
| November 2023 | $77,282 | -3.7 |
| October 2023 | $80,250 | -6.2 |
| September 2023 | $85,582 | 8.6 |
| August 2023 | $78,795 | -8.1 |
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