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 $33,473.
Over the past 12 months, Carroll County's residents have collectively paid a total of $387,932 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $33,523 | 0.1 |
| December 2023 | $33,473 | -4.7 |
| November 2023 | $35,136 | 2.9 |
| October 2023 | $34,157 | 4.9 |
| September 2023 | $32,553 | -7.1 |
| August 2023 | $35,036 | -4.1 |
| July 2023 | $36,544 | 2.5 |
| June 2023 | $35,660 | 19.1 |
| May 2023 | $29,933 | -4.3 |
| April 2023 | $31,273 | 30 |
| March 2023 | $24,058 | -9.5 |
| February 2023 | $26,586 | -19.6 |
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