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 $65,776.
Over the past 12 months, Douglas County's residents have collectively paid a total of $802,004 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 | $63,947 | -2.8 |
| July | $65,776 | -6.5 |
| June | $70,345 | 5.2 |
| May | $66,892 | -1.2 |
| April | $67,677 | 19.1 |
| March | $56,828 | -6.1 |
| February | $60,549 | -14.5 |
| January | $70,807 | 5.9 |
| December 2023 | $66,841 | -3.1 |
| November 2023 | $68,965 | -8.9 |
| October 2023 | $75,695 | 11.8 |
| September 2023 | $67,682 | -4.4 |
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