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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $176,237.
Over the past 12 months, Saline County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.2 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $176,550 | 0.2 |
| July | $176,237 | -4.4 |
| June | $184,326 | 2.8 |
| May | $179,314 | -5.8 |
| April | $190,408 | 17.8 |
| March | $161,688 | -6.8 |
| February | $173,493 | -12.4 |
| January | $198,107 | 12.1 |
| December 2023 | $176,746 | -2.6 |
| November 2023 | $181,497 | -6.5 |
| October 2023 | $194,096 | 7.7 |
| September 2023 | $180,188 | 5.6 |
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