Hardin County taxpayers paid $13,720 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $12,853.
Over the past 12 months, Hardin County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $165,451 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $13,720 | 6.7 |
| December 2024 | $12,853 | -15.7 |
| November 2024 | $15,242 | 1.9 |
| October 2024 | $14,965 | -5.5 |
| September 2024 | $15,833 | 7.6 |
| August 2024 | $14,720 | 3 |
| July 2024 | $14,293 | -0.1 |
| June 2024 | $14,313 | 10.8 |
| May 2024 | $12,914 | -7.3 |
| April 2024 | $13,931 | 20 |
| March 2024 | $11,612 | 5 |
| February 2024 | $11,055 | -25.3 |
