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 $28,829.
Over the past 12 months, Mercer County's residents have collectively paid a total of $327,443 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 | $27,336 | -5.2 |
| July | $28,829 | 4.5 |
| June | $27,600 | 9.5 |
| May | $25,216 | -15.4 |
| April | $29,798 | 36.7 |
| March | $21,805 | -8.5 |
| February | $23,818 | -25 |
| January | $31,740 | 9.1 |
| December 2022 | $29,084 | -1.8 |
| November 2022 | $29,623 | 5.1 |
| October 2022 | $28,187 | 15.5 |
| September 2022 | $24,407 | -4.7 |
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