Menard County taxpayers paid $21,367 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 $19,362.
Over the past 12 months, Menard County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $227,556 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $21,367 | 10.4 |
| December 2024 | $19,362 | -3.6 |
| November 2024 | $20,079 | -0.4 |
| October 2024 | $20,152 | 11.1 |
| September 2024 | $18,131 | 1.2 |
| August 2024 | $17,913 | -4.8 |
| July 2024 | $18,809 | -15 |
| June 2024 | $22,116 | 5.3 |
| May 2024 | $21,010 | 13.3 |
| April 2024 | $18,549 | 22.6 |
| March 2024 | $15,127 | 1.2 |
| February 2024 | $14,941 | -27.4 |
