Massac County taxpayers paid $34,514 in Countywide Sales Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $40,289.
Over the past 12 months, Massac County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $382,285 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 | $34,514 | -14.3 |
| December 2024 | $40,289 | 18.9 |
| November 2024 | $33,890 | 19.1 |
| October 2024 | $28,453 | -13.8 |
| September 2024 | $32,993 | 13.7 |
| August 2024 | $29,022 | -3.2 |
| July 2024 | $29,971 | -1.3 |
| June 2024 | $30,366 | -1.3 |
| May 2024 | $30,753 | -16.2 |
| April 2024 | $36,703 | 30.2 |
| March 2024 | $28,198 | 3.9 |
| February 2024 | $27,133 | -20 |
