Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $66,726.
Over the past 12 months, Saline County's residents have collectively paid a total of $825,764 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 |
|---|---|---|
| June | $67,834 | 1.7 |
| May | $66,726 | -9.5 |
| April | $73,713 | 23.1 |
| March | $59,894 | -4.9 |
| February | $62,983 | -15.2 |
| January | $74,296 | 12.1 |
| December 2023 | $66,283 | -4.3 |
| November 2023 | $69,245 | -6.9 |
| October 2023 | $74,416 | 8.1 |
| September 2023 | $68,866 | 4.6 |
| August 2023 | $65,852 | -13 |
| July 2023 | $75,656 | 5.3 |
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