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 $33,610.
Over the past 12 months, Pike County's residents have collectively paid a total of $402,691 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 |
|---|---|---|
| June | $33,576 | -0.1 |
| May | $33,610 | 3.5 |
| April | $32,473 | 9.8 |
| March | $29,587 | -7.2 |
| February | $31,867 | -8 |
| January | $34,624 | -1.9 |
| December 2023 | $35,283 | 5.7 |
| November 2023 | $33,373 | -9.2 |
| October 2023 | $36,745 | 14.5 |
| September 2023 | $32,097 | -5.1 |
| August 2023 | $33,811 | -5.1 |
| July 2023 | $35,645 | 2 |
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