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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $80,490.
Over the past 12 months, Wayne County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.3 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 | $133,274 | 65.6 |
| October 2023 | $80,490 | -27.7 |
| September 2023 | $111,297 | 10.1 |
| August 2023 | $101,110 | -8.2 |
| July 2023 | $110,097 | -2.7 |
| June 2023 | $113,168 | -3.1 |
| May 2023 | $116,780 | 8.3 |
| April 2023 | $107,839 | 17.7 |
| March 2023 | $91,591 | 1.6 |
| February 2023 | $90,150 | -24.1 |
| January 2023 | $118,794 | 1.8 |
| December 2022 | $116,651 | -4.4 |
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