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 $62,477.
Over the past 12 months, Richland County's residents have collectively paid a total of $919,836 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 |
|---|---|---|
| April | $79,756 | 27.7 |
| March | $62,477 | -13.6 |
| February | $72,351 | -12.2 |
| January | $82,369 | 6.5 |
| December 2023 | $77,350 | -9.9 |
| November 2023 | $85,817 | 13.2 |
| October 2023 | $75,822 | -3.6 |
| September 2023 | $78,622 | 9.6 |
| August 2023 | $71,743 | -7.2 |
| July 2023 | $77,269 | -9.7 |
| June 2023 | $85,525 | 20.9 |
| May 2023 | $70,735 | -6.4 |
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