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 $256,201.
Over the past 12 months, Adams County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $237,334 | -7.4 |
| April | $256,201 | 16.1 |
| March | $220,714 | 2.8 |
| February | $214,788 | -26.6 |
| January | $292,727 | 17.6 |
| December 2023 | $248,837 | 3.9 |
| November 2023 | $239,521 | -4.1 |
| October 2023 | $249,807 | 5 |
| September 2023 | $237,800 | 1.2 |
| August 2023 | $235,025 | -5.7 |
| July 2023 | $249,279 | 0.8 |
| June 2023 | $247,418 | 5.9 |
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