Warren County taxpayers paid $33,564 in Countywide Sales Tax in September, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $30,602.
Over the past 12 months, Warren County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $425,933 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $33,564 | 9.7 |
| August | $30,602 | -0.2 |
| July | $30,650 | -9.2 |
| June | $33,753 | 2.9 |
| May | $32,787 | -10 |
| April | $36,441 | 5.1 |
| March | $34,680 | 15.3 |
| February | $30,066 | -27.3 |
| January | $41,334 | 0.7 |
| December 2023 | $41,063 | 0.1 |
| November 2023 | $41,019 | 2.6 |
| October 2023 | $39,974 | 16.6 |
