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 $158,500.
Over the past 12 months, Whiteside County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.9 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 2023 | $164,427 | 3.7 |
| October 2023 | $158,500 | -4.5 |
| September 2023 | $166,000 | 5.2 |
| August 2023 | $157,850 | -6.8 |
| July 2023 | $169,335 | -0.5 |
| June 2023 | $170,163 | 6.9 |
| May 2023 | $159,183 | 0.3 |
| April 2023 | $158,785 | 18.3 |
| March 2023 | $134,243 | 0.1 |
| February 2023 | $134,057 | -23.1 |
| January 2023 | $174,350 | 6.5 |
| December 2022 | $163,716 | -1.6 |
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