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 $50,118.
Over the past 12 months, Jersey County's residents have collectively paid a total of $611,415 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $49,051 | -2.1 |
| April | $50,118 | 14.5 |
| March | $43,778 | -7 |
| February | $47,059 | -15.5 |
| January | $55,669 | 11.5 |
| December 2023 | $49,918 | -5.8 |
| November 2023 | $53,017 | 4 |
| October 2023 | $50,962 | 1.1 |
| September 2023 | $50,412 | -4.8 |
| August 2023 | $52,973 | 1.4 |
| July 2023 | $52,234 | -7.1 |
| June 2023 | $56,224 | 10.7 |
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