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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $14,293.
Over the past 12 months, Hardin County's residents have collectively paid a total of $166,714 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $14,720 | 3 |
| July | $14,293 | -0.1 |
| June | $14,313 | 10.8 |
| May | $12,914 | -7.3 |
| April | $13,931 | 20 |
| March | $11,612 | 5 |
| February | $11,055 | -25.3 |
| January | $14,805 | 13.5 |
| December 2023 | $13,047 | 2.5 |
| November 2023 | $12,727 | -22.8 |
| October 2023 | $16,478 | -2 |
| September 2023 | $16,819 | 17.6 |
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