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 $136,449.
Over the past 12 months, Boone County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $138,024 | 1.2 |
| June | $136,449 | 11 |
| May | $122,966 | 13.5 |
| April | $108,345 | 18.4 |
| March | $91,541 | -7.1 |
| February | $98,519 | -18 |
| January | $120,191 | -3.2 |
| December 2022 | $124,207 | -7.3 |
| November 2022 | $134,040 | 4.1 |
| October 2022 | $128,774 | -3.2 |
| September 2022 | $133,019 | 2 |
| August 2022 | $130,413 | -1.9 |
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