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 County Flood Protection Tax collection stood at $628,628.
Over the past 12 months, St. Clair County's residents have collectively paid a total of $7.6 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 |
---|---|---|
June | $666,820 | 6.1 |
May | $628,628 | -5.2 |
April | $662,878 | 17.3 |
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 |
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