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 $64,385.
Over the past 12 months, Saline County's residents have collectively paid a total of $811,993 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $67,161 | 4.3 |
| August | $64,385 | -1 |
| July | $65,057 | -4.1 |
| 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 |
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