Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $64,549.
Over the past 12 months, Menard County's residents have collectively paid a total of $777,844 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $68,320 | 5.8 |
| April | $64,549 | 19.9 |
| March | $53,839 | 1.7 |
| February | $52,942 | -23.1 |
| January | $68,822 | -0.2 |
| 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 |
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