Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $185,733.
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 |
---|---|---|
October 2024 | $177,894 | -4.2 |
September 2024 | $185,733 | 3.6 |
August 2024 | $179,313 | 1.4 |
July 2024 | $176,898 | -5.7 |
June 2024 | $187,511 | 4 |
May 2024 | $180,217 | -3.5 |
April 2024 | $186,687 | 15.5 |
March 2024 | $161,586 | 0.1 |
February 2024 | $161,469 | -22.6 |
January 2024 | $208,708 | 16.4 |
December 2023 | $179,249 | 1 |
November 2023 | $177,423 | -1.1 |