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 $155,648.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| June | $156,464 | 0.5 |
| May | $155,648 | -4.3 |
| April | $162,634 | 17.8 |
| March | $138,009 | 2.8 |
| February | $134,262 | -23.9 |
| January | $176,493 | 14.5 |
| December 2023 | $154,178 | 4.8 |
| November 2023 | $147,153 | -5 |
| October 2023 | $154,831 | 1.2 |
| September 2023 | $152,944 | 8.7 |
| August 2023 | $140,665 | -7.9 |
| July 2023 | $152,734 | 0.7 |
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