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 $674,781.
Over the past 12 months, McLean County's residents have collectively paid a total of $8.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| October 2024 | $663,742 | -1.6 |
| September 2024 | $674,781 | 8.9 |
| August 2024 | $619,729 | -3.4 |
| July 2024 | $641,451 | -7.7 |
| June 2024 | $695,315 | 9.4 |
| May 2024 | $635,591 | -8.5 |
| April 2024 | $694,865 | 15.9 |
| March 2024 | $599,693 | 4.5 |
| February 2024 | $573,934 | -33.7 |
| January 2024 | $865,766 | 22.6 |
| December 2023 | $706,190 | -12.1 |
| November 2023 | $802,960 | 8 |
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