Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $315,967.
Over the past 12 months, Macon County's residents have collectively paid a total of $3.8 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $327,256 | 3.6 |
| August | $315,967 | -1.6 |
| July | $321,082 | -5.4 |
| June | $339,561 | 9 |
| May | $311,454 | -5.1 |
| April | $328,037 | 19 |
| March | $275,699 | -2.6 |
| February | $283,072 | -19.9 |
| January | $353,610 | 8.6 |
| December 2023 | $325,692 | 6.8 |
| November 2023 | $304,855 | -3.4 |
| October 2023 | $315,586 | -4.8 |
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