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 $7,718.
Over the past 12 months, Stark County's residents have collectively paid a total of $102,378 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 | $8,485 | 9.9 |
| April | $7,718 | 14.2 |
| March | $6,756 | -30 |
| February | $9,647 | 11.4 |
| January | $8,661 | -12.2 |
| December 2023 | $9,862 | -9.2 |
| November 2023 | $10,857 | 37.4 |
| October 2023 | $7,902 | -20.4 |
| September 2023 | $9,922 | 21.7 |
| August 2023 | $8,156 | 18.1 |
| July 2023 | $6,908 | -7.9 |
| June 2023 | $7,504 | 7.2 |
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