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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $66,671.
Over the past 12 months, Menard County's residents have collectively paid a total of $773,836 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 | $68,960 | 3.4 |
| November 2023 | $66,671 | -0.3 |
| October 2023 | $66,900 | 0.3 |
| September 2023 | $66,675 | 2.5 |
| August 2023 | $65,050 | -4.9 |
| July 2023 | $68,386 | 2.5 |
| June 2023 | $66,730 | 5 |
| May 2023 | $63,552 | 3.4 |
| April 2023 | $61,487 | 14.7 |
| March 2023 | $53,598 | -2.1 |
| February 2023 | $54,722 | -23 |
| January 2023 | $71,105 | 8.5 |
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