Franklin County taxpayers paid $80,179 in Countywide Sales Tax in December 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $80,059.
Over the past 12 months, Franklin County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $928,495 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2024 | $80,179 | 0.1 |
| November 2024 | $80,059 | 7.1 |
| October 2024 | $74,779 | -2.2 |
| September 2024 | $76,436 | -0.5 |
| August 2024 | $76,819 | -2.8 |
| July 2024 | $79,059 | -4.4 |
| June 2024 | $82,691 | 5.8 |
| May 2024 | $78,159 | -4.3 |
| April 2024 | $81,629 | 21.1 |
| March 2024 | $67,415 | -2 |
| February 2024 | $68,801 | -16.6 |
| January 2024 | $82,469 | 12.4 |
