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 $7,062.
Over the past 12 months, Scott County's residents have collectively paid a total of $93,562 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $7,233 | 2.4 |
| July | $7,062 | -23 |
| June | $9,171 | 8.6 |
| May | $8,446 | 1.6 |
| April | $8,314 | 23.2 |
| March | $6,748 | -3.3 |
| February | $6,978 | -24.5 |
| January | $9,242 | 25.7 |
| December 2023 | $7,350 | -7 |
| November 2023 | $7,905 | 6.3 |
| October 2023 | $7,437 | -3.1 |
| September 2023 | $7,676 | 12.1 |
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