Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $71,864.
Over the past 12 months, Saline County's residents have collectively paid a total of $843,964 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $75,656 | 5.3 |
| June | $71,864 | 0.1 |
| May | $71,773 | -0.8 |
| April | $72,364 | 22.3 |
| March | $59,167 | -1.8 |
| February | $60,252 | -22.9 |
| January | $78,123 | 12.3 |
| December 2022 | $69,538 | 0.4 |
| November 2022 | $69,254 | -1.9 |
| October 2022 | $70,623 | 1.2 |
| September 2022 | $69,770 | -7.7 |
| August 2022 | $75,580 | -2.6 |
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