Knox County taxpayers paid $161,086 in Countywide Sales Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $148,843.
Over the past 12 months, Knox County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $1.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | $161,086 | 8.2 |
| December 2024 | $148,843 | -17.1 |
| November 2024 | $179,503 | 23.8 |
| October 2024 | $145,014 | -3.8 |
| September 2024 | $150,685 | 7.4 |
| August 2024 | $140,299 | -0.4 |
| July 2024 | $140,819 | -6.7 |
| June 2024 | $150,950 | 9.6 |
| May 2024 | $137,679 | -7.8 |
| April 2024 | $149,253 | 13.7 |
| March 2024 | $131,281 | -12.3 |
| February 2024 | $149,679 | -4.7 |
