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Jasper County taxpayers give $24,488 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Jasper County taxpayers paid $24,488 in Countywide Sales Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $19,566.

Over the past 12 months, Jasper County's residents have collectively paid a total of $261,625 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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Jasper County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
January$24,48825.2
December 2023$19,566-5.5
November 2023$20,709-12.2
October 2023$23,58610.9
September 2023$21,25911.5
August 2023$19,059-19.3
July 2023$23,6286.5
June 2023$22,190-3.7
May 2023$23,038-9
April 2023$25,31934.9
March 2023$18,764-6.3
February 2023$20,019-26.7

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