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Lawrence County residents pay $25,997 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Lawrence County taxpayers paid $25,997 in Countywide Sales Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $30,565.

Over the past 12 months, Lawrence County's residents have collectively paid a total of $280,203 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 Lawrence County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
January$25,997-14.9
December 2023$30,56539.7
November 2023$21,880-0.7
October 2023$22,036-24.8
September 2023$29,31631.7
August 2023$22,2661.9
July 2023$21,861-5.5
June 2023$23,1344
May 2023$22,247-3.2
April 2023$22,98524.3
March 2023$18,495-4.8
February 2023$19,421-17.6

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