Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $198,270.
Over the past 12 months, Adams County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.3 million in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 | $198,137 | -0.1 |
| October 2023 | $198,270 | 2 |
| September 2023 | $194,471 | 3.4 |
| August 2023 | $188,137 | -7.2 |
| July 2023 | $202,757 | -1 |
| June 2023 | $204,828 | 7.1 |
| May 2023 | $191,184 | 5.2 |
| April 2023 | $181,766 | 12.6 |
| March 2023 | $161,493 | -5.2 |
| February 2023 | $170,341 | -28 |
| January 2023 | $236,710 | 15.1 |
| December 2022 | $205,614 | 5.9 |
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