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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $174,348.
Over the past 12 months, Effingham County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.1 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 | $178,346 | 2.3 |
| July | $174,348 | -4.8 |
| June | $183,229 | 9 |
| May | $168,140 | -4.2 |
| April | $175,518 | 18.9 |
| March | $147,666 | -4.9 |
| February | $155,304 | -19.9 |
| January | $193,852 | 4.4 |
| December 2023 | $185,681 | 5.2 |
| November 2023 | $176,484 | 0.6 |
| October 2023 | $175,436 | -0.4 |
| September 2023 | $176,171 | -0.5 |
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