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 $402,067.
Over the past 12 months, LaSalle County's residents have collectively paid a total of $4.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $417,534 | 3.8 |
| July | $402,067 | -3.5 |
| June | $416,775 | 6.7 |
| May | $390,566 | -2.7 |
| April | $401,399 | 16.9 |
| March | $343,504 | 1.1 |
| February | $339,903 | -19.8 |
| January | $423,961 | 6.5 |
| December 2023 | $397,917 | -3.4 |
| November 2023 | $411,892 | 5.5 |
| October 2023 | $390,516 | -3.5 |
| September 2023 | $404,652 | 1.6 |
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