Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous year, when Countywide Sales Tax collection stood just over $1.9 million.
The Countywide Sales Tax, a crucial revenue stream, is primarily allocated for county governments' use.
As of 2021, Illinois was the highest taxed state in the US. A study from Wallet Hub found Illinois taxes were 39.83% higher than 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.
Countywide Sales Tax Collected in Whiteside County Over Last 6 Years
| Year | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,909,382 | -0.5% |
| 2022 | $1,919,706 | 7.7% |
| 2021 | $1,781,875 | 29.4% |
| 2020 | $1,376,651 | 0.2% |
| 2019 | $1,374,491 | -4.6% |
| 2018 | $1,440,634 | - |
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