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Lawrence County taxpayers give $29,316 in Countywide Sales Tax in September

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Lawrence County taxpayers paid $29,316 in Countywide Sales Tax in September, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $22,266.

Over the past 12 months, Lawrence County's residents have collectively paid a total of $269,315 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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Lawrence County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
September$29,31631.7
August$22,2661.9
July$21,861-5.5
June$23,1344
May$22,247-3.2
April$22,98524.3
March$18,495-4.8
February$19,421-17.6
January$23,5837.4
December 2022$21,9553
November 2022$21,316-6.2
October 2022$22,73613.9

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