Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $35,744.
Over the past 12 months, Edgar County's residents have collectively paid a total of $425,411 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $39,299 | 9.9 |
| December 2022 | $35,744 | -10.1 |
| November 2022 | $39,746 | 8.1 |
| October 2022 | $36,771 | 0.2 |
| September 2022 | $36,683 | 8.4 |
| August 2022 | $33,845 | -9.9 |
| July 2022 | $37,547 | -3.7 |
| June 2022 | $39,002 | 12 |
| May 2022 | $34,834 | 0.3 |
| April 2022 | $34,713 | 25.2 |
| March 2022 | $27,733 | -6 |
| February 2022 | $29,494 | -19.4 |
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