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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $26,689.
Over the past 12 months, Carroll County's residents have collectively paid a total of $298,079 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $25,944 | -2.8 |
| August | $26,689 | -2 |
| July | $27,223 | 0 |
| June | $27,216 | 23.1 |
| May | $22,117 | 1 |
| April | $21,907 | 24.6 |
| March | $17,588 | -8.1 |
| February | $19,136 | -25.7 |
| January | $25,742 | -11.3 |
| December 2022 | $29,020 | -1.8 |
| November 2022 | $29,564 | 14 |
| October 2022 | $25,933 | 2 |
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