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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $932,652.
Over the past 12 months, Madison County's residents have collectively paid a total of $11.1 million 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 | $945,451 | 1.4 |
| August | $932,652 | -9.1 |
| July | $1,025,950 | 5.8 |
| June | $969,508 | 6.9 |
| May | $906,914 | -4.5 |
| April | $950,055 | 19.8 |
| March | $792,788 | -3.7 |
| February | $823,362 | -16.3 |
| January | $983,655 | 3.8 |
| December 2022 | $947,412 | 3.2 |
| November 2022 | $917,602 | 2.9 |
| October 2022 | $891,797 | -1.7 |
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