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 $34,018.
Over the past 12 months, Putnam County's residents have collectively paid a total of $517,637 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $37,446 | 10.1 |
| June | $34,018 | -4.5 |
| May | $35,616 | -19 |
| April | $43,992 | 4.7 |
| March | $42,027 | -10.9 |
| February | $47,155 | 9.1 |
| 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 |
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