Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $229,188.
Over the past 12 months, Stephenson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.6 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $216,261 | -5.6 |
| June | $229,188 | 0 |
| May | $229,103 | 13 |
| April | $202,663 | 15 |
| March | $176,174 | -7.2 |
| February | $189,856 | -18.8 |
| January | $233,693 | 0.9 |
| December 2023 | $231,528 | -0.7 |
| November 2023 | $233,261 | 11.9 |
| October 2023 | $208,402 | -2.9 |
| September 2023 | $214,709 | 4.5 |
| August 2023 | $205,392 | -8.1 |
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