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Winnebago County collects $10.8 million in Countywide Sales Tax in 2022

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Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue

Winnebago County taxpayers paid $10.8 million in Countywide Sales Tax in 2022, according to Illinois tax records.

This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous year, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $10.3 million.

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.

Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Winnebago County Over Last 4 Years
YearAmount Collected% Change from Previous Year
2022$10,752,0224.5
2021$10,293,12027.2
2020$8,094,2463.2
2019$7,840,516-9.9

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