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 $757,631.
Over the past 12 months, McLean County's residents have collectively paid a total of $8.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $715,612 | -5.5 |
| August | $757,631 | 1.4 |
| July | $747,420 | 6.9 |
| June | $699,270 | 7 |
| May | $653,685 | -17.6 |
| April | $793,512 | 39.8 |
| March | $567,656 | -2.5 |
| February | $582,002 | -26 |
| January | $786,155 | 16.9 |
| December 2022 | $672,504 | 3.5 |
| November 2022 | $649,781 | -10.7 |
| October 2022 | $727,729 | 10.7 |
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