Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $275,886.
Over the past 12 months, Williamson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $3.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $265,907 | -3.6 |
| July | $275,886 | -2.8 |
| June | $283,910 | 5.9 |
| May | $268,004 | -3.8 |
| April | $278,456 | 17.3 |
| March | $237,408 | -0.5 |
| February | $238,596 | -16.3 |
| January | $285,196 | 8.2 |
| December 2022 | $263,541 | 1.2 |
| November 2022 | $260,534 | -4 |
| October 2022 | $271,494 | 3 |
| September 2022 | $263,487 | -1.4 |
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