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 $536,228.
Over the past 12 months, Tazewell County's residents have collectively paid a total of $6.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $583,312 | 8.8 |
| December 2023 | $536,228 | 1.4 |
| November 2023 | $528,728 | 3.8 |
| October 2023 | $509,534 | -8 |
| September 2023 | $553,590 | 6.4 |
| August 2023 | $520,167 | -3.5 |
| July 2023 | $539,010 | -3.9 |
| June 2023 | $560,948 | 5.7 |
| May 2023 | $530,731 | -1.8 |
| April 2023 | $540,316 | 19.9 |
| March 2023 | $450,601 | 3.6 |
| February 2023 | $434,899 | -23.8 |
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