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 $5,854.
Over the past 12 months, Gallatin County's residents have collectively paid a total of $61,599 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $6,052 | 3.4 |
| December 2022 | $5,854 | 8 |
| November 2022 | $5,422 | -12.1 |
| October 2022 | $6,167 | 47.9 |
| September 2022 | $4,170 | -11.9 |
| August 2022 | $4,732 | -11.9 |
| July 2022 | $5,374 | 3.4 |
| June 2022 | $5,197 | 10.3 |
| May 2022 | $4,710 | -13.2 |
| April 2022 | $5,427 | 32.2 |
| March 2022 | $4,104 | -6.5 |
| February 2022 | $4,390 | -26.1 |
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