Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $16,186.
Over the past 12 months, Hamilton County's residents have collectively paid a total of $176,584 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $16,683 | 3.1 |
| October 2024 | $16,186 | 14.3 |
| September 2024 | $14,155 | 1.8 |
| August 2024 | $13,903 | -5.1 |
| July 2024 | $14,651 | 4.8 |
| June 2024 | $13,976 | -2.9 |
| May 2024 | $14,398 | 0.2 |
| April 2024 | $14,373 | 3.1 |
| March 2024 | $13,947 | 0.9 |
| February 2024 | $13,826 | -12.5 |
| January 2024 | $15,801 | 7.6 |
| December 2023 | $14,685 | 3.9 |
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