Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $42,549.
Over the past 12 months, Richland County's residents have collectively paid a total of $509,492 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 | $38,091 | -10.5 |
| July | $42,549 | -3.3 |
| June | $44,016 | 4.6 |
| May | $42,087 | -3.4 |
| April | $43,572 | 22.8 |
| March | $35,486 | -11.6 |
| February | $40,154 | -14 |
| January | $46,682 | 5.7 |
| December 2023 | $44,148 | -6.2 |
| November 2023 | $47,067 | 9.6 |
| October 2023 | $42,945 | 0.6 |
| September 2023 | $42,695 | 8.3 |
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