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 $30,745.
Over the past 12 months, Clay County's residents have collectively paid a total of $388,933 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $30,956 | 0.7 |
| August | $30,745 | -6.1 |
| July | $32,745 | 0.7 |
| June | $32,514 | -5.2 |
| May | $34,288 | 2.4 |
| April | $33,479 | 24.3 |
| March | $26,930 | -5.6 |
| 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 |
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