Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $68,217.
Over the past 12 months, Logan County's residents have collectively paid a total of $786,578 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $66,607 | -2.4 |
| August | $68,217 | 3.5 |
| July | $65,903 | -7.7 |
| June | $71,405 | 8.3 |
| May | $65,906 | -7 |
| April | $70,864 | 24.9 |
| March | $56,728 | -9.9 |
| February | $62,985 | 4.5 |
| January | $60,247 | -10.8 |
| December 2023 | $67,561 | 4.3 |
| November 2023 | $64,745 | -1 |
| October 2023 | $65,410 | -4.3 |
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