Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $6,255.
Over the past 12 months, Pulaski County's residents have collectively paid a total of $85,186 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 | $13,477 | 115.5 |
| December 2022 | $6,255 | -14.5 |
| November 2022 | $7,316 | 12.8 |
| October 2022 | $6,486 | 0.4 |
| September 2022 | $6,459 | 21 |
| August 2022 | $5,339 | -27 |
| July 2022 | $7,312 | -18.3 |
| June 2022 | $8,948 | 62.5 |
| May 2022 | $5,507 | -10.4 |
| April 2022 | $6,145 | 19.3 |
| March 2022 | $5,152 | -24.1 |
| February 2022 | $6,790 | -22.8 |
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