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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $66,384.
Over the past 12 months, Douglas County's residents have collectively paid a total of $801,183 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 | $68,339 | 2.9 |
| December 2022 | $66,384 | -5.4 |
| November 2022 | $70,206 | -1.8 |
| October 2022 | $71,479 | -2.2 |
| September 2022 | $73,062 | 14.3 |
| August 2022 | $63,894 | -20 |
| July 2022 | $79,826 | 9 |
| June 2022 | $73,268 | 14 |
| May 2022 | $64,246 | -8.3 |
| April 2022 | $70,083 | 45.4 |
| March 2022 | $48,212 | -7.6 |
| February 2022 | $52,184 | -17.1 |
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