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 $35,844.
Over the past 12 months, Union County's residents have collectively paid a total of $442,639 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $36,133 | 0.8 |
| July | $35,844 | -5.2 |
| June | $37,811 | -2.2 |
| May | $38,667 | -5 |
| April | $40,718 | 13.3 |
| March | $35,952 | 10.2 |
| February | $32,616 | -15.7 |
| January | $38,712 | 6.1 |
| December 2023 | $36,483 | 0.1 |
| November 2023 | $36,444 | -2.2 |
| October 2023 | $37,277 | 3.6 |
| September 2023 | $35,982 | -6.2 |
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