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 $63,770.
Over the past 12 months, Fulton County's residents have collectively paid a total of $790,254 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $67,503 | 5.9 |
| August | $63,770 | -0.7 |
| July | $64,249 | 5 |
| June | $61,166 | -21.1 |
| May | $77,556 | 18.7 |
| April | $65,351 | 22.7 |
| March | $53,264 | -11.6 |
| February | $60,222 | -23.1 |
| January | $78,270 | 18.3 |
| December 2023 | $66,143 | 0.6 |
| November 2023 | $65,721 | -2 |
| October 2023 | $67,039 | 2.2 |
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