Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $10,009.
Over the past 12 months, Edwards County's residents have collectively paid a total of $154,453 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $10,123 | 1.1 |
| February | $10,009 | -18.5 |
| January | $12,277 | -9.4 |
| December 2022 | $13,549 | -15.5 |
| November 2022 | $16,032 | 4.5 |
| October 2022 | $15,341 | 13.2 |
| September 2022 | $13,547 | 24.2 |
| August 2022 | $10,907 | -18.5 |
| July 2022 | $13,378 | 1.1 |
| June 2022 | $13,236 | 10.9 |
| May 2022 | $11,936 | -15.5 |
| April 2022 | $14,118 | 21.7 |
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