Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $22,204.
Over the past 12 months, Henderson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $248,398 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax.
The Special County Retailers Occupation 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 | $25,517 | 14.9 |
| December 2022 | $22,204 | 7.7 |
| November 2022 | $20,618 | -0.6 |
| October 2022 | $20,751 | 7.4 |
| September 2022 | $19,314 | -4 |
| August 2022 | $20,125 | -15.5 |
| July 2022 | $23,830 | 17.3 |
| June 2022 | $20,323 | -1.7 |
| May 2022 | $20,674 | -3.9 |
| April 2022 | $21,514 | 35.6 |
| March 2022 | $15,865 | -10.2 |
| February 2022 | $17,663 | -18.8 |
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