Bureau County taxpayers paid $84,471 in Countywide Sales Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $75,676.
Over the past 12 months, Bureau County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $903,993 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 | $84,471 | 11.6 |
| December 2024 | $75,676 | -7.1 |
| November 2024 | $81,433 | 7.6 |
| October 2024 | $75,675 | -1 |
| September 2024 | $76,419 | 3.2 |
| August 2024 | $74,018 | 1.2 |
| July 2024 | $73,133 | -9.5 |
| June 2024 | $80,810 | 4.3 |
| May 2024 | $77,469 | 7.8 |
| April 2024 | $71,861 | 11.9 |
| March 2024 | $64,212 | -6.7 |
| February 2024 | $68,816 | -12 |
