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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $159,284.
Over the past 12 months, Union County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.8 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 | $171,525 | 7.7 |
| December 2023 | $159,284 | 2.5 |
| November 2023 | $155,457 | 0.9 |
| October 2023 | $154,136 | 0.6 |
| September 2023 | $153,153 | -1.5 |
| August 2023 | $155,551 | -4.7 |
| July 2023 | $163,258 | 1.8 |
| June 2023 | $160,438 | 4.5 |
| May 2023 | $153,458 | 0.6 |
| April 2023 | $152,588 | 18 |
| March 2023 | $129,345 | -1.7 |
| February 2023 | $131,580 | -24.8 |
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