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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $784,854.
Over the past 12 months, Sangamon County's residents have collectively paid a total of $9.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $883,305 | 12.5 |
| December 2024 | $784,854 | -6.2 |
| November 2024 | $836,715 | 12.5 |
| October 2024 | $743,426 | -6.1 |
| September 2024 | $791,775 | 4.5 |
| August 2024 | $758,041 | -0.6 |
| July 2024 | $762,392 | -4.6 |
| June 2024 | $799,051 | 6.6 |
| May 2024 | $749,590 | -5.9 |
| April 2024 | $796,416 | 17.6 |
| March 2024 | $677,435 | 8.2 |
| February 2024 | $625,873 | -26.6 |
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