Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $144,050.
Over the past 12 months, Clark County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.7 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 | $140,781 | -2.3 |
| November 2023 | $144,050 | -6.5 |
| October 2023 | $154,062 | 0.3 |
| September 2023 | $153,628 | 6.3 |
| August 2023 | $144,579 | -4.6 |
| July 2023 | $151,515 | -3.1 |
| June 2023 | $156,350 | 15.3 |
| May 2023 | $135,622 | -1.6 |
| April 2023 | $137,818 | 25.3 |
| March 2023 | $110,022 | -5.6 |
| February 2023 | $116,536 | -21.5 |
| January 2023 | $148,375 | 0.9 |
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