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Wayne County residents pay $46,948 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Wayne County taxpayers paid $46,948 in Countywide Sales Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $41,979.

Over the past 12 months, Wayne County's residents have collectively paid a total of $509,139 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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Wayne County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
January$46,94811.8
December 2024$41,979-8.1
November 2024$45,70312.4
October 2024$40,676-7.7
September 2024$44,0466.7
August 2024$41,271-0.9
July 2024$41,6513.1
June 2024$40,399-2.5
May 2024$41,455-7.8
April 2024$44,94012.7
March 2024$39,889-0.7
February 2024$40,182-14.1

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