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 $20,951.
Over the past 12 months, Greene County's residents have collectively paid a total of $249,691 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 | $21,910 | 4.6 |
| August | $20,951 | 18.9 |
| July | $17,618 | -7.9 |
| June | $19,121 | -3.8 |
| May | $19,884 | -7.8 |
| April | $21,563 | 16.5 |
| March | $18,503 | 6 |
| February | $17,460 | -29.7 |
| January | $24,848 | 13.7 |
| December 2023 | $21,863 | -1.4 |
| November 2023 | $22,169 | -6.9 |
| October 2023 | $23,801 | 17 |
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