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 $31,223.
Over the past 12 months, Pike County's residents have collectively paid a total of $408,603 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 |
|---|---|---|
| June | $34,963 | 12 |
| May | $31,223 | -5.2 |
| April | $32,929 | 15.1 |
| March | $28,615 | -0.4 |
| February | $28,721 | -26.4 |
| January | $39,004 | 7.5 |
| December 2022 | $36,282 | 0 |
| November 2022 | $36,293 | -4 |
| October 2022 | $37,797 | 5.5 |
| September 2022 | $35,827 | 15.7 |
| August 2022 | $30,975 | -13.9 |
| July 2022 | $35,974 | -5.9 |
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