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$43,155 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in January for White County

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

White County taxpayers paid $43,155 in Countywide Sales Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $37,255.

Over the past 12 months, White County's residents have collectively paid a total of $447,422 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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in White County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
January$43,15515.8
December 2023$37,25519.9
November 2023$31,078-25.9
October 2023$41,9267.4
September 2023$39,0482.3
August 2023$38,185-6.3
July 2023$40,75710.5
June 2023$36,8812
May 2023$36,164-4.6
April 2023$37,90322.4
March 2023$30,971-9.2
February 2023$34,099-15.4

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