Alexander County taxpayers paid $6,079 in Countywide Sales Tax in December 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $6,657.
Over the past 12 months, Alexander County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $60,366 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2024 | $6,079 | -8.7 |
| November 2024 | $6,657 | 27.7 |
| October 2024 | $5,215 | -17.8 |
| September 2024 | $6,345 | 66.1 |
| August 2024 | $3,821 | 1.4 |
| July 2024 | $3,767 | -4.6 |
| June 2024 | $3,949 | -22.5 |
| May 2024 | $5,095 | 0.6 |
| April 2024 | $5,063 | 9.4 |
| March 2024 | $4,626 | 9.1 |
| February 2024 | $4,239 | -23.1 |
| January 2024 | $5,510 | 7.8 |
