Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $41,311.
Over the past 12 months, White County's residents have collectively paid a total of $464,311 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $40,353 | -2.3 |
| April | $41,311 | 12 |
| March | $36,874 | -1.6 |
| February | $37,488 | -13.1 |
| January | $43,155 | 15.8 |
| December 2023 | $37,255 | 19.9 |
| November 2023 | $31,078 | -25.9 |
| October 2023 | $41,926 | 7.4 |
| September 2023 | $39,048 | 2.3 |
| August 2023 | $38,185 | -6.3 |
| July 2023 | $40,757 | 10.5 |
| June 2023 | $36,881 | 2 |
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