Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $44,898.
Over the past 12 months, De Witt County's residents have collectively paid a total of $546,670 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $43,697 | -2.7 |
| April | $44,898 | 11.3 |
| March | $40,336 | 6 |
| February | $38,062 | -26.1 |
| January | $51,486 | 12.8 |
| December 2023 | $45,629 | 5.6 |
| November 2023 | $43,228 | -13.9 |
| October 2023 | $50,228 | -0.4 |
| September 2023 | $50,451 | 23.2 |
| August 2023 | $40,954 | -17.7 |
| July 2023 | $49,752 | 3.8 |
| June 2023 | $47,949 | 15.9 |
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