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Hamilton County taxpayers give $13,947 in Countywide Sales Tax in March

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Hamilton County taxpayers paid $13,947 in Countywide Sales Tax in March, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $13,826.

Over the past 12 months, Hamilton County's residents have collectively paid a total of $174,500 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 Hamilton County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
March$13,9470.9
February$13,826-12.5
January$15,8017.6
December 2023$14,6853.9
November 2023$14,128-12.5
October 2023$16,14818
September 2023$13,690-11.6
August 2023$15,480-0.4
July 2023$15,53616.1
June 2023$13,3790.5
May 2023$13,308-8.7
April 2023$14,57222

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