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 County Flood Protection Tax collection stood at $613,115.
Over the past 12 months, St. Clair County's residents have collectively paid a total of $7.5 million in County Flood Protection Tax.
The County Flood Protection Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for other taxing jurisdictions 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 | $623,423 | 1.7 |
| August | $613,115 | -5.8 |
| July | $650,557 | 1 |
| June | $644,210 | 4.5 |
| May | $616,469 | -1.3 |
| April | $624,790 | 16.1 |
| March | $538,170 | -1.4 |
| February | $545,768 | -27.8 |
| January | $756,355 | 18.3 |
| December 2022 | $639,254 | 3.3 |
| November 2022 | $618,991 | -2.3 |
| October 2022 | $633,378 | 5.2 |
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