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Shelby County taxpayers give $45,952 in Countywide Sales Tax in October

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Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue

Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue

Shelby County taxpayers paid $45,952 in Countywide Sales Tax in October, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $38,647.

Over the past 12 months, Shelby County's residents have collectively paid a total of $492,998 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 Shelby County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
October$45,95218.9
September$38,647-1.6
August$39,282-12.1
July$44,6941.1
June$44,2271.8
May$43,4299.3
April$39,74624.3
March$31,981-12.3
February$36,465-22.2
January$46,88314.5
December 2022$40,9440.5
November 2022$40,748-2.1

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