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 $12,429.
Over the past 12 months, Brown County's residents have collectively paid a total of $161,199 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $12,729 | 2.4 |
| August | $12,429 | 14.3 |
| July | $10,876 | -8.5 |
| June | $11,887 | -9.6 |
| May | $13,146 | -9.1 |
| April | $14,461 | 7.7 |
| March | $13,429 | 8.5 |
| February | $12,373 | -20.9 |
| January | $15,643 | -18.8 |
| December 2023 | $19,266 | 50.1 |
| November 2023 | $12,832 | 5.8 |
| October 2023 | $12,128 | -2.9 |
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