Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $130,327.
Over the past 12 months, Woodford County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $104,184 | -20.1 |
| January | $130,327 | 13.9 |
| December 2022 | $114,382 | -0.1 |
| November 2022 | $114,442 | 7.5 |
| October 2022 | $106,468 | -6.7 |
| September 2022 | $114,157 | 2.7 |
| August 2022 | $111,127 | -3.4 |
| July 2022 | $115,064 | -0.7 |
| June 2022 | $115,836 | 5 |
| May 2022 | $110,324 | 1.1 |
| April 2022 | $109,111 | 30 |
| March 2022 | $83,902 | -10.1 |
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