Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $567,830.
Over the past 12 months, Peoria County's residents have collectively paid a total of $6.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2023 | $579,004 | 2 |
| November 2023 | $567,830 | -1.6 |
| October 2023 | $576,982 | -1.8 |
| September 2023 | $587,580 | 3 |
| August 2023 | $570,674 | -4 |
| July 2023 | $594,247 | -1.6 |
| June 2023 | $603,862 | 7.9 |
| May 2023 | $559,902 | 0.8 |
| April 2023 | $555,330 | 16.4 |
| March 2023 | $477,281 | 1.5 |
| February 2023 | $470,234 | -26.1 |
| January 2023 | $635,912 | 13.6 |
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