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 $44,227.
Over the past 12 months, Shelby County's residents have collectively paid a total of $491,203 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $44,694 | 1.1 |
| June | $44,227 | 1.8 |
| May | $43,429 | 9.3 |
| April | $39,746 | 24.3 |
| March | $31,981 | -12.3 |
| February | $36,465 | -22.2 |
| January | $46,883 | 14.5 |
| December 2022 | $40,944 | 0.5 |
| November 2022 | $40,748 | -2.1 |
| October 2022 | $41,621 | 2.6 |
| September 2022 | $40,562 | 1.7 |
| August 2022 | $39,903 | -9.3 |
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