Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $7,661.
Over the past 12 months, Calhoun County's residents have collectively paid a total of $98,519 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $7,438 | -2.9 |
| February | $7,661 | -16.5 |
| January | $9,179 | 25.1 |
| December 2023 | $7,337 | -10.6 |
| November 2023 | $8,208 | 3.5 |
| October 2023 | $7,928 | -7.7 |
| September 2023 | $8,588 | 3.9 |
| August 2023 | $8,267 | -8.8 |
| July 2023 | $9,068 | 6.5 |
| June 2023 | $8,511 | 13 |
| May 2023 | $7,529 | -14.5 |
| April 2023 | $8,805 | 19.1 |
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