Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $42,917.
Over the past 12 months, Richland County's residents have collectively paid a total of $516,312 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $40,172 | -6.4 |
| April | $42,917 | 19.1 |
| March | $36,037 | 4 |
| February | $34,640 | -28.3 |
| January | $48,279 | 8.9 |
| December 2022 | $44,345 | -5.1 |
| November 2022 | $46,742 | 15.7 |
| October 2022 | $40,405 | -3.9 |
| September 2022 | $42,032 | -13.4 |
| August 2022 | $48,559 | 3.4 |
| July 2022 | $46,977 | 3.9 |
| June 2022 | $45,207 | 12.8 |
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