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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $780,427.
Over the past 12 months, St. Clair County's residents have collectively paid a total of $9.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $802,196 | 2.8 |
| July | $780,427 | -8.3 |
| June | $850,914 | 5.3 |
| May | $808,012 | -5.8 |
| April | $857,634 | 17 |
| March | $733,271 | 1.8 |
| February | $720,124 | -23 |
| January | $935,211 | 17.4 |
| December 2023 | $796,464 | 0.5 |
| November 2023 | $792,191 | -1.7 |
| October 2023 | $805,482 | 0.7 |
| September 2023 | $799,852 | 1.8 |
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