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Marshall County collects $20,746 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Marshall County taxpayers paid $20,746 in Countywide Sales Tax in July, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $19,797.

Over the past 12 months, Marshall County's residents have collectively paid a total of $247,144 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
July$20,7464.8
June$19,797-4.7
May$20,7702.7
April$20,22122.5
March$16,503-4.3
February$17,238-27.3
January$23,69821.1
December 2023$19,565-33.9
November 2023$29,58744.1
October 2023$20,5298.7
September 2023$18,890-3.6
August 2023$19,600-11.4

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