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Jersey County collects $58,945 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Jersey County taxpayers paid $58,945 in Countywide Sales Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $53,807.

Over the past 12 months, Jersey County's residents have collectively paid a total of $621,471 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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Jersey County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
January$58,9459.5
December 2024$53,807-7.6
November 2024$58,21913.2
October 2024$51,413-6.1
September 2024$54,73210.7
August 2024$49,423-0.3
July 2024$49,550-10.5
June 2024$55,37612.9
May 2024$49,051-2.1
April 2024$50,11814.5
March 2024$43,778-7
February 2024$47,059-15.5

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