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 $207,221.
Over the past 12 months, Effingham County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.5 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 | $214,341 | 3.4 |
| July | $207,221 | -6.4 |
| June | $221,442 | 5.7 |
| May | $209,431 | -1.4 |
| April | $212,441 | 16.2 |
| March | $182,860 | -2.5 |
| February | $187,534 | -20.4 |
| January | $235,485 | 9.2 |
| December 2023 | $215,631 | 0.1 |
| November 2023 | $215,323 | 0.8 |
| October 2023 | $213,613 | -1.7 |
| September 2023 | $217,228 | 1.6 |
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