Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $19,566.
Over the past 12 months, Johnson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $242,351 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2023 | $19,788 | 1.1 |
| October 2023 | $19,566 | -5.9 |
| September 2023 | $20,796 | -4.4 |
| August 2023 | $21,751 | -5 |
| July 2023 | $22,898 | 8.7 |
| June 2023 | $21,069 | 7.1 |
| May 2023 | $19,670 | -14.2 |
| April 2023 | $22,924 | 44.9 |
| March 2023 | $15,817 | -5.8 |
| February 2023 | $16,797 | -20.4 |
| January 2023 | $21,096 | 4.5 |
| December 2022 | $20,179 | -2.9 |
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