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 $80,810.
Over the past 12 months, Bureau County's residents have collectively paid a total of $901,365 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 | $73,133 | -9.5 |
| June | $80,810 | 4.3 |
| May | $77,469 | 7.8 |
| April | $71,861 | 11.9 |
| March | $64,212 | -6.7 |
| February | $68,816 | -12 |
| January | $78,192 | -1.5 |
| December 2023 | $79,373 | -1.5 |
| November 2023 | $80,579 | 5.8 |
| October 2023 | $76,145 | 0.6 |
| September 2023 | $75,683 | 0.8 |
| August 2023 | $75,092 | -5.3 |
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