Quantcast

East Central Reporter

Friday, September 20, 2024

Douglas County taxpayers give $70,345 in Countywide Sales Tax in June

Webp david harris 2

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Douglas County taxpayers paid $70,345 in Countywide Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $66,892.

Over the past 12 months, Douglas County's residents have collectively paid a total of $813,469 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 Douglas County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
June$70,3455.2
May$66,892-1.2
April$67,67719.1
March$56,828-6.1
February$60,549-14.5
January$70,8075.9
December 2023$66,841-3.1
November 2023$68,965-8.9
October 2023$75,69511.8
September 2023$67,682-4.4
August 2023$70,8240.7
July 2023$70,364-2.5

MORE NEWS