Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $33,830.
Over the past 12 months, Clay County's residents have collectively paid a total of $391,539 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 |
---|---|---|
July | $34,876 | 3.1 |
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 |