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Crawford County collects $48,897 in Countywide Sales Tax in December 2023

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Crawford County taxpayers paid $48,897 in Countywide Sales Tax in December 2023, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $46,425.

Over the past 12 months, Crawford County's residents have collectively paid a total of $559,039 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 Crawford County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
December 2023$48,8975.3
November 2023$46,4250.8
October 2023$46,079-0.9
September 2023$46,5000.7
August 2023$46,163-4.6
July 2023$48,3692.2
June 2023$47,3223.7
May 2023$45,624-3.7
April 2023$47,38216
March 2023$40,833-4.7
February 2023$42,852-18.5
January 2023$52,59310.9

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