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 $799,852.
Over the past 12 months, St. Clair County's residents have collectively paid a total of $9.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| October | $805,482 | 0.7 |
| September | $799,852 | 1.8 |
| August | $785,448 | -6.6 |
| July | $840,871 | 3.1 |
| June | $815,595 | 4.7 |
| May | $778,916 | -5.4 |
| April | $823,764 | 16.8 |
| March | $705,123 | -1.2 |
| February | $713,670 | -23 |
| January | $927,225 | 14.9 |
| December 2022 | $806,730 | 3.1 |
| November 2022 | $782,182 | -4.3 |
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