Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $28,335.
Over the past 12 months, Mercer County's residents have collectively paid a total of $323,725 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 | $29,232 | 3.2 |
| December 2023 | $28,335 | -6.4 |
| November 2023 | $30,260 | 15.7 |
| October 2023 | $26,155 | 3.2 |
| September 2023 | $25,341 | -7.3 |
| August 2023 | $27,336 | -5.2 |
| July 2023 | $28,829 | 4.5 |
| June 2023 | $27,600 | 9.5 |
| May 2023 | $25,216 | -15.4 |
| April 2023 | $29,798 | 36.7 |
| March 2023 | $21,805 | -8.5 |
| February 2023 | $23,818 | -25 |
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