Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $32,906.
Over the past 12 months, Clay County's residents have collectively paid a total of $389,408 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 |
|---|---|---|
| June | $33,830 | 2.8 |
| May | $32,906 | 0.6 |
| April | $32,722 | 14.4 |
| March | $28,608 | -10.8 |
| February | $32,084 | -5.5 |
| January | $33,939 | 0.4 |
| December 2023 | $33,799 | -5.4 |
| November 2023 | $35,731 | 14 |
| October 2023 | $31,343 | 1.3 |
| September 2023 | $30,956 | 0.7 |
| August 2023 | $30,745 | -6.1 |
| July 2023 | $32,745 | 0.7 |
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