Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $5,698.
Over the past 12 months, Pulaski County's residents have collectively paid a total of $82,094 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 | $7,001 | 22.9 |
| August | $5,698 | 8.1 |
| July | $5,273 | -11.7 |
| June | $5,972 | -11.5 |
| May | $6,746 | -6.7 |
| April | $7,231 | 1.4 |
| March | $7,128 | 8 |
| February | $6,601 | -12.4 |
| January | $7,536 | 12.1 |
| December 2023 | $6,724 | -7.2 |
| November 2023 | $7,249 | -18.9 |
| October 2023 | $8,935 | 56.5 |
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