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Marshall County collects $20,529 in Countywide Sales Tax in October

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Marshall County taxpayers paid $20,529 in Countywide Sales Tax in October, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $18,890.

Over the past 12 months, Marshall County's residents have collectively paid a total of $233,148 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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Marshall County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
October$20,5298.7
September$18,890-3.6
August$19,600-11.4
July$22,1259.7
June$20,1669.7
May$18,383-2
April$18,7581
March$18,58012.4
February$16,532-21
January$20,9237.3
December 2022$19,5001.8
November 2022$19,162-13.8

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