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 $271,871.
Over the past 12 months, Williamson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $3.3 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 | $281,193 | 3.4 |
| July | $271,871 | -5.8 |
| June | $288,720 | 4.5 |
| May | $276,178 | -6.3 |
| April | $294,673 | 15.3 |
| March | $255,642 | 4.4 |
| February | $244,957 | -18.3 |
| January | $299,766 | 6 |
| December 2023 | $282,700 | 7 |
| November 2023 | $264,215 | -5 |
| October 2023 | $278,136 | -1.1 |
| September 2023 | $281,127 | 5.7 |
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