Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $641,451.
Over the past 12 months, McLean County's residents have collectively paid a total of $8.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $619,729 | -3.4 |
| July | $641,451 | -7.7 |
| June | $695,315 | 9.4 |
| May | $635,591 | -8.5 |
| April | $694,865 | 15.9 |
| March | $599,693 | 4.5 |
| February | $573,934 | -33.7 |
| 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 |
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