Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $176,484.
Over the past 12 months, Effingham County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.1 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 | $185,681 | 5.2 |
| November 2023 | $176,484 | 0.6 |
| October 2023 | $175,436 | -0.4 |
| September 2023 | $176,171 | -0.5 |
| August 2023 | $177,055 | -3.1 |
| July 2023 | $182,707 | 0.5 |
| June 2023 | $181,788 | 7.2 |
| May 2023 | $169,604 | -3.3 |
| April 2023 | $175,413 | 18 |
| March 2023 | $148,607 | 1.5 |
| February 2023 | $146,370 | -24.2 |
| January 2023 | $193,100 | 6.3 |
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