Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $176,862.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $205,890 | 16.4 |
| December 2024 | $176,862 | -1 |
| November 2024 | $178,581 | 3.8 |
| October 2024 | $172,025 | -4.7 |
| September 2024 | $180,554 | 2.3 |
| August 2024 | $176,550 | 0.2 |
| July 2024 | $176,237 | -4.4 |
| June 2024 | $184,326 | 2.8 |
| May 2024 | $179,314 | -5.8 |
| April 2024 | $190,408 | 17.8 |
| March 2024 | $161,688 | -6.8 |
| February 2024 | $173,493 | -12.4 |
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