Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $37,126.
Over the past 12 months, Wayne County's residents have collectively paid a total of $524,116 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2023 | $51,815 | 39.6 |
| October 2023 | $37,126 | -15.9 |
| September 2023 | $44,131 | 1.2 |
| August 2023 | $43,597 | 2.2 |
| July 2023 | $42,657 | -4.8 |
| June 2023 | $44,815 | 0.2 |
| May 2023 | $44,710 | 1.7 |
| April 2023 | $43,984 | 19.7 |
| March 2023 | $36,734 | -7.9 |
| February 2023 | $39,870 | -17 |
| January 2023 | $48,025 | 2.9 |
| December 2022 | $46,652 | -8.1 |
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