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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $123,386.
Over the past 12 months, Jersey County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.5 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| October | $125,987 | 2.1 |
| September | $123,386 | -2.5 |
| August | $126,545 | -0.1 |
| July | $126,678 | -4.2 |
| June | $132,235 | 7.7 |
| May | $122,724 | 3 |
| April | $119,120 | 15.9 |
| March | $102,805 | 1 |
| February | $101,817 | -26.7 |
| January | $138,975 | 12.4 |
| December 2022 | $123,677 | -7 |
| November 2022 | $133,032 | 3.4 |
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