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 $390,516.
Over the past 12 months, LaSalle County's residents have collectively paid a total of $4.8 million 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 |
|---|---|---|
| November 2023 | $411,892 | 5.5 |
| October 2023 | $390,516 | -3.5 |
| September 2023 | $404,652 | 1.6 |
| August 2023 | $398,172 | -6.6 |
| July 2023 | $426,142 | 4.8 |
| June 2023 | $406,518 | 6.3 |
| May 2023 | $382,381 | -8.2 |
| April 2023 | $416,400 | 24.2 |
| March 2023 | $335,321 | -5 |
| February 2023 | $353,023 | -16.6 |
| January 2023 | $423,073 | 3.9 |
| December 2022 | $407,002 | -2.2 |
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