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 $5,785.
Over the past 12 months, Pope County's residents have collectively paid a total of $77,898 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $6,490 | 12.2 |
| August | $5,785 | -5.6 |
| July | $6,131 | 11.4 |
| June | $5,503 | 11.2 |
| May | $4,950 | -55.1 |
| April | $11,016 | 68.6 |
| March | $6,533 | 38.3 |
| February | $4,724 | -33 |
| January | $7,051 | 26.5 |
| December 2022 | $5,575 | -7.1 |
| November 2022 | $6,003 | -26.2 |
| October 2022 | $8,137 | 0.1 |
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