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 $555,425.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $565,013 | 1.7 |
| February | $555,425 | -27.9 |
| January | $770,653 | 20.5 |
| December 2023 | $639,334 | 3.7 |
| November 2023 | $616,420 | -1.5 |
| October 2023 | $626,110 | 0.4 |
| September 2023 | $623,423 | 1.7 |
| August 2023 | $613,115 | -5.8 |
| July 2023 | $650,557 | 1 |
| June 2023 | $644,210 | 4.5 |
| May 2023 | $616,469 | -1.3 |
| April 2023 | $624,790 | 16.1 |
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