Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $68,663.
Over the past 12 months, McDonough County's residents have collectively paid a total of $881,234 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 | $67,789 | -1.3 |
| July | $68,663 | -10.5 |
| June | $76,723 | 2.5 |
| May | $74,885 | 4.9 |
| April | $71,378 | 8 |
| March | $66,116 | -3.3 |
| February | $68,346 | -14.4 |
| January | $79,861 | 7.8 |
| December 2023 | $74,075 | -2.9 |
| November 2023 | $76,300 | -2.9 |
| October 2023 | $78,566 | 0 |
| September 2023 | $78,532 | 12.8 |
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