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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $197,738.
Over the past 12 months, Adams County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $199,803 | 1 |
| July | $197,738 | -10.6 |
| June | $221,209 | 14.8 |
| May | $192,626 | -8.9 |
| April | $211,444 | 15.4 |
| March | $183,270 | 4 |
| February | $176,201 | -28.9 |
| January | $247,995 | 18.5 |
| December 2023 | $209,309 | 5.6 |
| November 2023 | $198,137 | -0.1 |
| October 2023 | $198,270 | 2 |
| September 2023 | $194,471 | 3.4 |
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