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Greene County residents pay $20,951 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Greene County taxpayers paid $20,951 in Countywide Sales Tax in August, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $17,618.

Over the past 12 months, Greene County's residents have collectively paid a total of $248,119 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 Greene County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
August$20,95118.9
July$17,618-7.9
June$19,121-3.8
May$19,884-7.8
April$21,56316.5
March$18,5036
February$17,460-29.7
January$24,84813.7
December 2023$21,863-1.4
November 2023$22,169-6.9
October 2023$23,80117
September 2023$20,3386

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