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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $145,924.
Over the past 12 months, Lee County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $146,212 | 0.2 |
| August | $145,924 | -5.1 |
| July | $153,699 | -4.6 |
| June | $161,057 | 15.9 |
| May | $138,908 | -1.7 |
| April | $141,300 | 16.8 |
| March | $121,000 | 0.4 |
| February | $120,483 | -21 |
| January | $152,532 | 6.4 |
| December 2023 | $143,357 | 1.5 |
| November 2023 | $141,251 | -5.5 |
| October 2023 | $149,515 | 2.4 |
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