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Jasper County taxpayers give $25,319 in Countywide Sales Tax in April

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Jasper County taxpayers paid $25,319 in Countywide Sales Tax in April, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $18,764.

Over the past 12 months, Jasper County's residents have collectively paid a total of $271,084 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
April$25,31934.9
March$18,764-6.3
February$20,019-26.7
January$27,29720.1
December 2022$22,734-11
November 2022$25,53724.6
October 2022$20,4971.1
September 2022$20,268-6.8
August 2022$21,739-7
July 2022$23,3832.9
June 2022$22,732-0.3
May 2022$22,795-1.7

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