Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $18,229.
Over the past 12 months, Calhoun County's residents have collectively paid a total of $226,440 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2023 | $18,559 | 1.8 |
| October 2023 | $18,229 | -4.9 |
| September 2023 | $19,169 | 11.9 |
| August 2023 | $17,135 | -13.2 |
| July 2023 | $19,744 | 5.2 |
| June 2023 | $18,766 | 16.6 |
| May 2023 | $16,096 | -8.7 |
| April 2023 | $17,628 | 12 |
| March 2023 | $15,741 | -5.8 |
| February 2023 | $16,717 | -40.8 |
| January 2023 | $28,237 | 38.3 |
| December 2022 | $20,419 | 0.7 |
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