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 $4,594.
Over the past 12 months, Gallatin County's residents have collectively paid a total of $56,890 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $4,392 | -4.4 |
| July | $4,594 | -6 |
| June | $4,889 | -0.5 |
| May | $4,913 | 4.1 |
| April | $4,719 | 16.1 |
| March | $4,064 | -9.6 |
| February | $4,494 | -21.9 |
| January | $5,754 | 11.9 |
| December 2023 | $5,144 | -0.1 |
| November 2023 | $5,147 | 5.9 |
| October 2023 | $4,859 | 23.9 |
| September 2023 | $3,921 | -13.2 |
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