Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $120,999.
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 |
---|---|---|
June | $141,221 | 16.7 |
May | $120,999 | -2.2 |
April | $123,732 | 18.7 |
March | $104,249 | -10.8 |
February | $116,815 | -15 |
January | $137,472 | 9.9 |
December 2023 | $125,047 | -2.1 |
November 2023 | $127,674 | 1.3 |
October 2023 | $125,987 | 2.1 |
September 2023 | $123,386 | -2.5 |
August 2023 | $126,545 | -0.1 |
July 2023 | $126,678 | -4.2 |