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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $36,084.
Over the past 12 months, Moultrie County's residents have collectively paid a total of $591,919 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $42,055 | 16.5 |
| February | $36,084 | -23.9 |
| January | $47,428 | -2.3 |
| December 2023 | $48,558 | -12.9 |
| November 2023 | $55,757 | 3.2 |
| October 2023 | $54,002 | 1.8 |
| September 2023 | $53,022 | 6.5 |
| August 2023 | $49,801 | -8 |
| July 2023 | $54,141 | 8.6 |
| June 2023 | $49,869 | -3 |
| May 2023 | $51,404 | 3.2 |
| April 2023 | $49,798 | 21.2 |
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