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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $31,304.
Over the past 12 months, Stark County's residents have collectively paid a total of $425,401 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $32,880 | 5 |
| July | $31,304 | -5.5 |
| June | $33,109 | 4.3 |
| May | $31,735 | -0.8 |
| April | $32,001 | 8.4 |
| March | $29,526 | -26.3 |
| February | $40,039 | 6.9 |
| January | $37,439 | 1.6 |
| December 2023 | $36,839 | -23.1 |
| November 2023 | $47,883 | 46 |
| October 2023 | $32,798 | -17.7 |
| September 2023 | $39,848 | 11.3 |
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