Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $971,633.
Over the past 12 months, Madison County's residents have collectively paid a total of $11.2 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 |
---|---|---|
July | $871,038 | -10.4 |
June | $971,633 | -0.6 |
May | $977,984 | -2.7 |
April | $1,004,620 | 17.9 |
March | $852,420 | -2.2 |
February | $871,371 | -16.3 |
January | $1,041,230 | 12.5 |
December 2023 | $925,771 | 2.2 |
November 2023 | $906,253 | -2.4 |
October 2023 | $928,535 | -1.8 |
September 2023 | $945,451 | 1.4 |
August 2023 | $932,652 | -9.1 |
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