Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $3,949.
Over the past 12 months, Alexander County's residents have collectively paid a total of $56,506 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $3,767 | -4.6 |
| June | $3,949 | -22.5 |
| May | $5,095 | 0.6 |
| April | $5,063 | 9.4 |
| March | $4,626 | 9.1 |
| February | $4,239 | -23.1 |
| January | $5,510 | 7.8 |
| December 2023 | $5,113 | 8.8 |
| November 2023 | $4,701 | -14.6 |
| October 2023 | $5,505 | 21.8 |
| September 2023 | $4,519 | 2.3 |
| August 2023 | $4,419 | -3.2 |
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