Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $36,544.
Over the past 12 months, Carroll County's residents have collectively paid a total of $392,653 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 | $35,036 | -4.1 |
| July | $36,544 | 2.5 |
| June | $35,660 | 19.1 |
| May | $29,933 | -4.3 |
| April | $31,273 | 30 |
| March | $24,058 | -9.5 |
| February | $26,586 | -19.6 |
| January | $33,048 | -8.9 |
| December 2022 | $36,272 | -2.7 |
| November 2022 | $37,278 | 12.2 |
| October 2022 | $33,213 | -1.6 |
| September 2022 | $33,752 | 2.2 |
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