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Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Schuyler County taxpayers give $11,426 in Countywide Sales Tax in June

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Schuyler County taxpayers paid $11,426 in Countywide Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $11,281.

Over the past 12 months, Schuyler County's residents have collectively paid a total of $133,702 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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Schuyler County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
June$11,4261.3
May$11,281-0.7
April$11,35812.7
March$10,0764.1
February$9,681-23.5
January$12,6626.8
December 2023$11,8553.1
November 2023$11,497-5.9
October 2023$12,21618.6
September 2023$10,2962.4
August 2023$10,056-11
July 2023$11,2980.1

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