Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $11,414.
Over the past 12 months, Edwards County's residents have collectively paid a total of $148,771 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 | $12,610 | 10.5 |
| June | $11,414 | 2 |
| May | $11,195 | -9.6 |
| April | $12,381 | 27.2 |
| March | $9,731 | -8.1 |
| February | $10,586 | -17.1 |
| January | $12,763 | -18.5 |
| December 2023 | $15,661 | 108.6 |
| November 2023 | $7,508 | -63.3 |
| October 2023 | $20,484 | 60.2 |
| September 2023 | $12,790 | 9.8 |
| August 2023 | $11,648 | -9.3 |
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