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 $79,059.
Over the past 12 months, Franklin County's residents have collectively paid a total of $922,471 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 | $76,819 | -2.8 |
| July | $79,059 | -4.4 |
| June | $82,691 | 5.8 |
| May | $78,159 | -4.3 |
| April | $81,629 | 21.1 |
| March | $67,415 | -2 |
| February | $68,801 | -16.6 |
| January | $82,469 | 12.4 |
| December 2023 | $73,350 | -4.6 |
| November 2023 | $76,915 | -0.8 |
| October 2023 | $77,505 | -0.2 |
| September 2023 | $77,659 | -0.2 |
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