Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $29,971.
Over the past 12 months, Massac County's residents have collectively paid a total of $371,775 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 | $29,022 | -3.2 |
| July | $29,971 | -1.3 |
| June | $30,366 | -1.3 |
| May | $30,753 | -16.2 |
| April | $36,703 | 30.2 |
| March | $28,198 | 3.9 |
| February | $27,133 | -20 |
| January | $33,910 | 8.7 |
| December 2023 | $31,185 | -12.9 |
| November 2023 | $35,812 | 30.9 |
| October 2023 | $27,354 | -12.8 |
| September 2023 | $31,368 | -3.6 |
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