Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $17,460.
Over the past 12 months, Greene County's residents have collectively paid a total of $248,691 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 | $18,503 | 6 |
| February | $17,460 | -29.7 |
| January | $24,848 | 13.7 |
| December 2023 | $21,863 | -1.4 |
| November 2023 | $22,169 | -6.9 |
| October 2023 | $23,801 | 17 |
| September 2023 | $20,338 | 6 |
| August 2023 | $19,183 | -6 |
| July 2023 | $20,407 | 4 |
| June 2023 | $19,625 | -5.4 |
| May 2023 | $20,753 | 5.1 |
| April 2023 | $19,741 | 15.6 |
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