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Richland County taxpayers give $42,945 in Countywide Sales Tax in October

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Richland County taxpayers paid $42,945 in Countywide Sales Tax in October, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $42,695.

Over the past 12 months, Richland County's residents have collectively paid a total of $508,268 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 Richland County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
October$42,9450.6
September$42,6958.3
August$39,439-7.8
July$42,756-9.6
June$47,30117.7
May$40,172-6.4
April$42,91719.1
March$36,0374
February$34,640-28.3
January$48,2798.9
December 2022$44,345-5.1
November 2022$46,74215.7

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