Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $12,629.
Over the past 12 months, Brown County's residents have collectively paid a total of $156,237 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 | $10,692 | -15.3 |
| May | $12,629 | 16.3 |
| April | $10,856 | -27.4 |
| March | $14,944 | 33.7 |
| February | $11,176 | -28.4 |
| January | $15,617 | -1.2 |
| December 2022 | $15,809 | 7.9 |
| November 2022 | $14,657 | 7.5 |
| October 2022 | $13,640 | 8.1 |
| September 2022 | $12,619 | 12.4 |
| August 2022 | $11,224 | -9.3 |
| July 2022 | $12,374 | -1.7 |
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