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 $36,089.
Over the past 12 months, Edgar County's residents have collectively paid a total of $433,962 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 | $37,617 | 4.2 |
| August | $36,089 | -0.2 |
| July | $36,174 | -4.3 |
| June | $37,801 | 3.5 |
| May | $36,516 | -0.7 |
| April | $36,756 | 19.2 |
| March | $30,848 | 0.8 |
| February | $30,601 | -22.1 |
| January | $39,299 | 9.9 |
| December 2022 | $35,744 | -10.1 |
| November 2022 | $39,746 | 8.1 |
| October 2022 | $36,771 | 0.2 |
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