Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $40,399.
Over the past 12 months, Wayne County's residents have collectively paid a total of $519,508 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $41,651 | 3.1 |
| June | $40,399 | -2.5 |
| May | $41,455 | -7.8 |
| April | $44,940 | 12.7 |
| March | $39,889 | -0.7 |
| February | $40,182 | -14.1 |
| January | $46,802 | -1.5 |
| December 2023 | $47,521 | -8.3 |
| November 2023 | $51,815 | 39.6 |
| October 2023 | $37,126 | -15.9 |
| September 2023 | $44,131 | 1.2 |
| August 2023 | $43,597 | 2.2 |
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