Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $931,592.
Over the past 12 months, Winnebago County's residents have collectively paid a total of $11.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,058,960 | 13.7 |
| October 2024 | $931,592 | -5.9 |
| September 2024 | $989,916 | 5.7 |
| August 2024 | $936,314 | -1.2 |
| July 2024 | $948,063 | -5.2 |
| June 2024 | $1,000,230 | 9.5 |
| May 2024 | $913,239 | -3.5 |
| April 2024 | $946,788 | 13.5 |
| March 2024 | $834,282 | 4.7 |
| February 2024 | $796,741 | -23.6 |
| January 2024 | $1,043,380 | 11.3 |
| December 2023 | $937,743 | 4.5 |
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