Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
Chief Financial Officer Cory Staley | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $706,190.
Over the past 12 months, McLean County's residents have collectively paid a total of $8.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $865,766 | 22.6 |
| December 2023 | $706,190 | -12.1 |
| November 2023 | $802,960 | 8 |
| October 2023 | $743,605 | 3.9 |
| September 2023 | $715,612 | -5.5 |
| August 2023 | $757,631 | 1.4 |
| July 2023 | $747,420 | 6.9 |
| June 2023 | $699,270 | 7 |
| May 2023 | $653,685 | -17.6 |
| April 2023 | $793,512 | 39.8 |
| March 2023 | $567,656 | -2.5 |
| February 2023 | $582,002 | -26 |
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