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 $38,185.
Over the past 12 months, White County's residents have collectively paid a total of $448,685 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 | $39,048 | 2.3 |
| August | $38,185 | -6.3 |
| July | $40,757 | 10.5 |
| June | $36,881 | 2 |
| May | $36,164 | -4.6 |
| April | $37,903 | 22.4 |
| March | $30,971 | -9.2 |
| February | $34,099 | -15.4 |
| January | $40,318 | 13.8 |
| December 2022 | $35,423 | -14 |
| November 2022 | $41,178 | 9.1 |
| October 2022 | $37,758 | 5 |
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