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 $963,477.
Over the past 12 months, Madison County's residents have collectively paid a total of $11.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $1,000,670 | 3.9 |
| August | $963,477 | 10.6 |
| 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 |
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