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 $178,953.
Over the past 12 months, Coles County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.1 million 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 | $182,155 | 1.8 |
| August | $178,953 | -1.3 |
| July | $181,395 | -4 |
| June | $188,994 | 6.8 |
| May | $177,023 | -2.3 |
| April | $181,280 | 19.5 |
| March | $151,673 | -2.2 |
| February | $155,041 | -16.5 |
| January | $185,640 | 6.8 |
| December 2022 | $173,772 | 1 |
| November 2022 | $172,048 | -7.7 |
| October 2022 | $186,330 | 7.7 |
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