Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $177,367.
Over the past 12 months, Jefferson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $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 | $165,531 | -6.7 |
| July | $177,367 | 2 |
| June | $173,930 | 2.9 |
| May | $169,103 | -3.8 |
| April | $175,732 | 21.4 |
| March | $144,784 | 4.9 |
| February | $138,013 | -25.5 |
| January | $185,213 | 11.9 |
| December 2022 | $165,574 | 0.2 |
| November 2022 | $165,234 | -2.7 |
| October 2022 | $169,862 | 6.2 |
| September 2022 | $159,971 | -3.7 |
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