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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $194,710.
Over the past 12 months, McDonough County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.2 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2024 | $190,612 | -2.1 |
| November 2024 | $194,710 | -4.3 |
| October 2024 | $203,556 | 7.5 |
| September 2024 | $189,275 | 9.6 |
| August 2024 | $172,727 | -1.6 |
| July 2024 | $175,599 | -8.6 |
| June 2024 | $192,060 | 7.3 |
| May 2024 | $179,025 | -1.3 |
| April 2024 | $181,306 | 11.6 |
| March 2024 | $162,451 | -5.7 |
| February 2024 | $172,342 | -14.7 |
| January 2024 | $201,962 | 10.3 |
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