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 $4,859.
Over the past 12 months, Gallatin County's residents have collectively paid a total of $58,505 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 | $5,147 | 5.9 |
| October 2023 | $4,859 | 23.9 |
| September 2023 | $3,921 | -13.2 |
| August 2023 | $4,519 | -17.2 |
| July 2023 | $5,455 | 15.4 |
| June 2023 | $4,727 | -0.9 |
| May 2023 | $4,770 | -4.7 |
| April 2023 | $5,005 | 33.2 |
| March 2023 | $3,758 | -15.3 |
| February 2023 | $4,438 | -26.7 |
| January 2023 | $6,052 | 3.4 |
| December 2022 | $5,854 | 8 |
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