Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $89,337.
Over the past 12 months, Jo Daviess County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1 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 |
---|---|---|
September | $94,502 | 5.8 |
August | $89,337 | 8.4 |
July | $82,444 | -8.7 |
June | $90,252 | 16.7 |
May | $77,355 | -2.8 |
April | $79,598 | 13 |
March | $70,463 | 3.8 |
February | $67,883 | -22.7 |
January | $87,860 | -2.9 |
December 2023 | $90,474 | -2.3 |
November 2023 | $92,620 | 5.3 |
October 2023 | $87,980 | -1.7 |