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 $7,394.
Over the past 12 months, Calhoun County's residents have collectively paid a total of $103,439 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 |
|---|---|---|
| April | $8,805 | 19.1 |
| March | $7,394 | 0.7 |
| February | $7,340 | -36.1 |
| January | $11,493 | 40.4 |
| December 2022 | $8,188 | 1.1 |
| November 2022 | $8,102 | -7.8 |
| October 2022 | $8,787 | -1.1 |
| September 2022 | $8,882 | 13 |
| August 2022 | $7,862 | -7.3 |
| July 2022 | $8,477 | -8.7 |
| June 2022 | $9,281 | 5.1 |
| May 2022 | $8,828 | -3.5 |
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