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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $295,612.
Over the past 12 months, Jefferson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $3.4 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 | $299,022 | 1.2 |
| June | $295,612 | 3.4 |
| May | $285,887 | -3.4 |
| April | $296,042 | 19 |
| March | $248,839 | 5.8 |
| February | $235,296 | -26.6 |
| January | $320,562 | 11.7 |
| December 2022 | $286,863 | 1.6 |
| November 2022 | $282,393 | -0.3 |
| October 2022 | $283,356 | 5.3 |
| September 2022 | $269,117 | -4.2 |
| August 2022 | $280,975 | -11.9 |
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