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 $2.6 million.
Over the past 12 months, Will County's residents have collectively paid a total of $31.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $2,679,040 | 1.3 |
| July | $2,644,230 | -5.7 |
| June | $2,805,190 | 12.9 |
| May | $2,483,840 | -4 |
| April | $2,587,640 | 19.1 |
| March | $2,172,540 | -9.5 |
| February | $2,401,020 | -21.1 |
| January | $3,042,290 | 11.5 |
| December 2023 | $2,729,730 | 7.1 |
| November 2023 | $2,548,790 | 0.3 |
| October 2023 | $2,541,700 | -7.6 |
| September 2023 | $2,749,520 | 2.8 |
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