Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $151,745.
Over the past 12 months, Jackson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.8 million 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 | $152,734 | 0.7 |
| June | $151,745 | 5.1 |
| May | $144,415 | -6.4 |
| April | $154,215 | 22.2 |
| March | $126,201 | -4.5 |
| February | $132,132 | -22.3 |
| January | $170,130 | 16 |
| December 2022 | $146,665 | -1.2 |
| November 2022 | $148,375 | -1.2 |
| October 2022 | $150,208 | 2.6 |
| September 2022 | $146,373 | 1.2 |
| August 2022 | $144,581 | -9 |
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