Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $805,482.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2023 | $792,191 | -1.7 |
| October 2023 | $805,482 | 0.7 |
| September 2023 | $799,852 | 1.8 |
| August 2023 | $785,448 | -6.6 |
| July 2023 | $840,871 | 3.1 |
| June 2023 | $815,595 | 4.7 |
| May 2023 | $778,916 | -5.4 |
| April 2023 | $823,764 | 16.8 |
| March 2023 | $705,123 | -1.2 |
| February 2023 | $713,670 | -23 |
| January 2023 | $927,225 | 14.9 |
| December 2022 | $806,730 | 3.1 |
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