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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $41,946.
Over the past 12 months, Schuyler County's residents have collectively paid a total of $463,794 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 |
|---|---|---|
| February | $34,764 | -17.1 |
| January | $41,946 | -0.6 |
| December 2023 | $42,204 | -0.1 |
| November 2023 | $42,259 | 1.3 |
| October 2023 | $41,723 | 15.1 |
| September 2023 | $36,245 | 0.1 |
| August 2023 | $36,218 | -6.1 |
| July 2023 | $38,561 | -5.2 |
| June 2023 | $40,655 | 4.2 |
| May 2023 | $38,999 | 3.6 |
| April 2023 | $37,655 | 15.6 |
| March 2023 | $32,565 | -0.6 |
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