Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $18,925.
Over the past 12 months, Johnson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $232,082 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $20,728 | 9.5 |
| August | $18,925 | -6.3 |
| July | $20,201 | 4 |
| June | $19,425 | -0.5 |
| May | $19,519 | -2.4 |
| April | $19,996 | 10.9 |
| March | $18,025 | 7.2 |
| February | $16,821 | -12.3 |
| January | $19,178 | -3.7 |
| December 2023 | $19,910 | 0.6 |
| November 2023 | $19,788 | 1.1 |
| October 2023 | $19,566 | -5.9 |
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