Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $11,426.
Over the past 12 months, Schuyler County's residents have collectively paid a total of $133,050 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 |
---|---|---|
July | $10,646 | -6.8 |
June | $11,426 | 1.3 |
May | $11,281 | -0.7 |
April | $11,358 | 12.7 |
March | $10,076 | 4.1 |
February | $9,681 | -23.5 |
January | $12,662 | 6.8 |
December 2023 | $11,855 | 3.1 |
November 2023 | $11,497 | -5.9 |
October 2023 | $12,216 | 18.6 |
September 2023 | $10,296 | 2.4 |
August 2023 | $10,056 | -11 |