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 $176,898.
Over the past 12 months, Coles County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.2 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $179,313 | 1.4 |
| July | $176,898 | -5.7 |
| June | $187,511 | 4 |
| May | $180,217 | -3.5 |
| April | $186,687 | 15.5 |
| March | $161,586 | 0.1 |
| February | $161,469 | -22.6 |
| January | $208,708 | 16.4 |
| December 2023 | $179,249 | 1 |
| November 2023 | $177,423 | -1.1 |
| October 2023 | $179,353 | -1.5 |
| September 2023 | $182,155 | 1.8 |
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