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 $273,776.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $285,635 | 4.3 |
| October 2024 | $273,776 | -7.8 |
| September 2024 | $296,866 | 6.4 |
| August 2024 | $279,108 | -4.3 |
| July 2024 | $291,768 | -0.2 |
| June 2024 | $292,468 | 4.6 |
| May 2024 | $279,521 | -5.4 |
| April 2024 | $295,565 | 18.5 |
| March 2024 | $249,377 | -1.4 |
| February 2024 | $252,950 | -16.5 |
| January 2024 | $302,904 | 5.7 |
| December 2023 | $286,515 | 6.4 |
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