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 $168,590.
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 | $165,788 | -1.7 |
| July | $168,590 | -0.5 |
| June | $169,390 | 1 |
| May | $167,675 | -4.1 |
| April | $174,755 | 13.3 |
| March | $154,293 | 3 |
| February | $149,788 | -15 |
| January | $176,284 | 6 |
| December 2023 | $166,250 | 4.2 |
| November 2023 | $159,616 | -0.6 |
| October 2023 | $160,656 | -3 |
| September 2023 | $165,680 | 0.1 |
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