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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $74,885.
Over the past 12 months, McDonough County's residents have collectively paid a total of $889,501 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 |
---|---|---|
June | $76,723 | 2.5 |
May | $74,885 | 4.9 |
April | $71,378 | 8 |
March | $66,116 | -3.3 |
February | $68,346 | -14.4 |
January | $79,861 | 7.8 |
December 2023 | $74,075 | -2.9 |
November 2023 | $76,300 | -2.9 |
October 2023 | $78,566 | 0 |
September 2023 | $78,532 | 12.8 |
August 2023 | $69,644 | -7.2 |
July 2023 | $75,075 | -4.8 |