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Tuesday, December 24, 2024

De Witt County collects $44,898 in Countywide Sales Tax in April

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

De Witt County taxpayers paid $44,898 in Countywide Sales Tax in April, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $40,336.

Over the past 12 months, De Witt County's residents have collectively paid a total of $544,357 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 De Witt County Over Last 12 months
MonthAmount Collected% Change from Previous Month
April$44,89811.3
March$40,3366
February$38,062-26.1
January$51,48612.8
December 2023$45,6295.6
November 2023$43,228-13.9
October 2023$50,228-0.4
September 2023$50,45123.2
August 2023$40,954-17.7
July 2023$49,7523.8
June 2023$47,94915.9
May 2023$41,384-21.2

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