Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $35,957.
Over the past 12 months, Clay County's residents have collectively paid a total of $392,595 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $28,513 | -20.7 |
| January | $35,957 | 4.7 |
| December 2022 | $34,331 | -3.4 |
| November 2022 | $35,550 | 8 |
| October 2022 | $32,925 | 8.3 |
| September 2022 | $30,401 | -0.6 |
| August 2022 | $30,598 | -11.5 |
| July 2022 | $34,592 | -2.9 |
| June 2022 | $35,626 | 5.8 |
| May 2022 | $33,679 | 0.7 |
| April 2022 | $33,441 | 23.9 |
| March 2022 | $26,982 | -15.9 |
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