Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $107,371.
Over the past 12 months, Morgan County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.3 million 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 | $106,893 | -0.4 |
| July | $107,371 | -6.8 |
| June | $115,245 | 8 |
| May | $106,672 | -2.4 |
| April | $109,249 | 13.2 |
| March | $96,500 | -4 |
| February | $100,510 | -20.9 |
| January | $127,044 | 15.5 |
| December 2023 | $109,976 | 5.2 |
| November 2023 | $104,555 | -3.1 |
| October 2023 | $107,948 | 7.1 |
| September 2023 | $100,835 | -3.9 |
Alerts Sign-up