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 $106,718.
Over the past 12 months, Ogle County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| April | $109,561 | 2.7 |
| March | $106,718 | 0.4 |
| February | $106,295 | -19.3 |
| January | $131,691 | 13.1 |
| December 2022 | $116,422 | -3.3 |
| November 2022 | $120,390 | 3.4 |
| October 2022 | $116,460 | -0.8 |
| September 2022 | $117,431 | -2.1 |
| August 2022 | $120,006 | -5.4 |
| July 2022 | $126,916 | 1.4 |
| June 2022 | $125,171 | 12.3 |
| May 2022 | $111,489 | -3.7 |
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