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 Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $47,776.
Over the past 12 months, Putnam County's residents have collectively paid a total of $571,110 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 | $43,203 | -9.6 |
| December 2022 | $47,776 | -10.5 |
| November 2022 | $53,371 | 16.6 |
| October 2022 | $45,769 | -2.3 |
| September 2022 | $46,824 | 15.8 |
| August 2022 | $40,440 | -22.8 |
| July 2022 | $52,374 | 4 |
| June 2022 | $50,372 | 7.7 |
| May 2022 | $46,753 | -19.8 |
| April 2022 | $58,283 | 34.8 |
| March 2022 | $43,226 | 1.2 |
| February 2022 | $42,719 | 1 |
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