Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $8,156.
Over the past 12 months, Stark County's residents have collectively paid a total of $98,553 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $9,922 | 21.7 |
| August | $8,156 | 18.1 |
| July | $6,908 | -7.9 |
| June | $7,504 | 7.2 |
| May | $7,002 | -19.2 |
| April | $8,665 | 39.6 |
| March | $6,209 | -7.5 |
| February | $6,716 | -46.7 |
| January | $12,605 | 41.8 |
| December 2022 | $8,891 | 7.2 |
| November 2022 | $8,292 | 7.9 |
| October 2022 | $7,683 | 5.6 |
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