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 $25,211.
Over the past 12 months, Mason County's residents have collectively paid a total of $312,032 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $25,952 | 2.9 |
| April | $25,211 | 4.5 |
| March | $24,127 | 15.6 |
| February | $20,871 | -35.1 |
| January | $32,142 | 9 |
| December 2023 | $29,497 | 6.7 |
| November 2023 | $27,656 | 2.5 |
| October 2023 | $26,989 | 12.4 |
| September 2023 | $24,004 | 0.4 |
| August 2023 | $23,900 | -3.7 |
| July 2023 | $24,822 | -7.6 |
| June 2023 | $26,861 | 8.8 |
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