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 $5,397.
Over the past 12 months, Pope County's residents have collectively paid a total of $75,918 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 | $5,550 | 2.8 |
| August | $5,397 | -15.9 |
| July | $6,420 | 31.6 |
| June | $4,880 | -20.6 |
| May | $6,148 | -10.2 |
| April | $6,843 | 4.7 |
| March | $6,533 | 22.6 |
| February | $5,329 | -38.8 |
| January | $8,710 | 32.2 |
| December 2023 | $6,589 | -2 |
| November 2023 | $6,722 | -1.1 |
| October 2023 | $6,797 | 4.7 |
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