Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $120,591.
Over the past 12 months, Livingston County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| June | $136,701 | 13.4 |
| May | $120,591 | -2 |
| April | $123,056 | 14.2 |
| March | $107,724 | -0.9 |
| February | $108,679 | -16 |
| January | $129,361 | -2 |
| December 2023 | $131,991 | 9.1 |
| November 2023 | $120,987 | 3.4 |
| October 2023 | $117,049 | -5.2 |
| September 2023 | $123,416 | 6.1 |
| August 2023 | $116,294 | -5.3 |
| July 2023 | $122,813 | -3.6 |
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