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 $20,001.
Over the past 12 months, Menard County's residents have collectively paid a total of $221,999 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 | $20,149 | 0.7 |
| July | $20,001 | 2.4 |
| June | $19,535 | 8.3 |
| May | $18,044 | 0.5 |
| April | $17,963 | 16.9 |
| March | $15,370 | -2.2 |
| February | $15,717 | -21.8 |
| January | $20,098 | 8.5 |
| December 2022 | $18,526 | -8 |
| November 2022 | $20,140 | 12.6 |
| October 2022 | $17,892 | -3.6 |
| September 2022 | $18,564 | 16.8 |
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