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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $37,752.
Over the past 12 months, Shelby County's residents have collectively paid a total of $484,369 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $37,544 | -0.6 |
| April | $37,752 | 6 |
| March | $35,622 | 0.2 |
| February | $35,561 | -21.1 |
| January | $45,091 | 14.1 |
| December 2023 | $39,536 | -2.3 |
| November 2023 | $40,461 | -11.9 |
| October 2023 | $45,952 | 18.9 |
| September 2023 | $38,647 | -1.6 |
| August 2023 | $39,282 | -12.1 |
| July 2023 | $44,694 | 1.1 |
| June 2023 | $44,227 | 1.8 |
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