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 $12,662.
Over the past 12 months, Brown County's residents have collectively paid a total of $150,470 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 |
|---|---|---|
| April | $13,183 | 4.1 |
| March | $12,662 | 16.4 |
| February | $10,877 | -28.7 |
| January | $15,245 | -17.9 |
| December 2023 | $18,560 | 55.1 |
| November 2023 | $11,964 | 3.7 |
| October 2023 | $11,536 | -0.3 |
| September 2023 | $11,576 | 2.8 |
| August 2023 | $11,256 | -0.1 |
| July 2023 | $11,262 | 9 |
| June 2023 | $10,329 | -14.1 |
| May 2023 | $12,020 | 18 |
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