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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $551,523.
Over the past 12 months, Macon County's residents have collectively paid a total of $6.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $563,984 | 2.3 |
| August | $551,523 | -1.9 |
| July | $561,981 | -6.4 |
| June | $600,482 | 11.6 |
| May | $538,007 | -3.4 |
| April | $556,935 | 19.2 |
| March | $467,310 | -2.9 |
| February | $481,277 | -22.9 |
| January | $624,402 | 9.1 |
| December 2023 | $572,170 | 8 |
| November 2023 | $529,665 | -2.1 |
| October 2023 | $541,087 | -5.3 |
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