Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $35,044.
Over the past 12 months, Putnam County's residents have collectively paid a total of $427,851 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $36,645 | 4.6 |
| February | $35,044 | -0.2 |
| January | $35,115 | -19.4 |
| December 2023 | $43,542 | 29.3 |
| November 2023 | $33,683 | 6.1 |
| October 2023 | $31,733 | -7.8 |
| September 2023 | $34,418 | 29.4 |
| August 2023 | $26,599 | -29 |
| July 2023 | $37,446 | 10.1 |
| June 2023 | $34,018 | -4.5 |
| May 2023 | $35,616 | -19 |
| April 2023 | $43,992 | 4.7 |
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