Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $77,505.
Over the past 12 months, Franklin County's residents have collectively paid a total of $933,429 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2023 | $76,915 | -0.8 |
| October 2023 | $77,505 | -0.2 |
| September 2023 | $77,659 | -0.2 |
| August 2023 | $77,820 | -7.5 |
| July 2023 | $84,094 | 1 |
| June 2023 | $83,297 | 8 |
| May 2023 | $77,135 | -9.1 |
| April 2023 | $84,844 | 27.5 |
| March 2023 | $66,534 | -1.8 |
| February 2023 | $67,779 | -20.9 |
| January 2023 | $85,670 | 15.5 |
| December 2022 | $74,177 | -1.5 |
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