Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $3,838.
Over the past 12 months, Hardin County's residents have collectively paid a total of $49,160 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 | $3,999 | 4.2 |
| July | $3,838 | -0.1 |
| June | $3,840 | 7.4 |
| May | $3,575 | -25.1 |
| April | $4,775 | 22.9 |
| March | $3,884 | 10.2 |
| February | $3,525 | -19.8 |
| January | $4,395 | 19.2 |
| December 2023 | $3,686 | -8.1 |
| November 2023 | $4,010 | -15.6 |
| October 2023 | $4,749 | -2.8 |
| September 2023 | $4,884 | 23.7 |
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