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 $119,358.
Over the past 12 months, Henry County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May | $121,232 | 1.6 |
| April | $119,358 | 14.4 |
| March | $104,373 | 5.7 |
| February | $98,752 | -22.4 |
| January | $127,237 | 2.8 |
| December 2023 | $123,799 | 2.7 |
| November 2023 | $120,598 | -0.9 |
| October 2023 | $121,639 | 2.9 |
| September 2023 | $118,170 | 0.5 |
| August 2023 | $117,536 | -4.3 |
| July 2023 | $122,855 | -6.6 |
| June 2023 | $131,476 | 10 |
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