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 $57,729.
Over the past 12 months, Crawford County's residents have collectively paid a total of $560,332 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $49,594 | -14.1 |
| October 2024 | $57,729 | 27.4 |
| September 2024 | $45,312 | 7.8 |
| August 2024 | $42,050 | -2.4 |
| July 2024 | $43,064 | -8.7 |
| June 2024 | $47,149 | 0.3 |
| May 2024 | $47,016 | 2.2 |
| April 2024 | $46,001 | 16.1 |
| March 2024 | $39,612 | -11.4 |
| February 2024 | $44,717 | -9.1 |
| January 2024 | $49,191 | 0.6 |
| December 2023 | $48,897 | 5.3 |
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