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 $745,642.
Over the past 12 months, Sangamon County's residents have collectively paid a total of $8.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2023 | $771,066 | 3.4 |
| November 2023 | $745,642 | -1.1 |
| October 2023 | $753,801 | -3.4 |
| September 2023 | $780,013 | 5.2 |
| August 2023 | $741,592 | -3.2 |
| July 2023 | $765,953 | -0.8 |
| June 2023 | $772,057 | 6.3 |
| May 2023 | $726,182 | -1.2 |
| April 2023 | $735,144 | 16.7 |
| March 2023 | $630,032 | -1.2 |
| February 2023 | $637,701 | -22.4 |
| January 2023 | $821,600 | 11 |
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