Union County taxpayers paid $40,176 in Countywide Sales Tax in December 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $42,744.
Over the past 12 months, Union County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $458,862 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2024 | $40,176 | -6 |
| November 2024 | $42,744 | 6.6 |
| October 2024 | $40,115 | 1.9 |
| September 2024 | $39,374 | 9 |
| August 2024 | $36,133 | 0.8 |
| July 2024 | $35,844 | -5.2 |
| June 2024 | $37,811 | -2.2 |
| May 2024 | $38,667 | -5 |
| April 2024 | $40,718 | 13.3 |
| March 2024 | $35,952 | 10.2 |
| February 2024 | $32,616 | -15.7 |
| January 2024 | $38,712 | 6.1 |
