Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $47,067.
Over the past 12 months, Richland County's residents have collectively paid a total of $508,396 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2023 | $44,148 | -6.2 |
| November 2023 | $47,067 | 9.6 |
| October 2023 | $42,945 | 0.6 |
| September 2023 | $42,695 | 8.3 |
| August 2023 | $39,439 | -7.8 |
| July 2023 | $42,756 | -9.6 |
| June 2023 | $47,301 | 17.7 |
| May 2023 | $40,172 | -6.4 |
| April 2023 | $42,917 | 19.1 |
| March 2023 | $36,037 | 4 |
| February 2023 | $34,640 | -28.3 |
| January 2023 | $48,279 | 8.9 |
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