Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $150,615.
Over the past 12 months, Knox County's residents have collectively paid a total of $1.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| August | $136,891 | -9.1 |
| July | $150,615 | -0.8 |
| June | $151,761 | 9.7 |
| May | $138,377 | -2 |
| April | $141,269 | 7.6 |
| March | $131,268 | 5.3 |
| February | $124,714 | -19.7 |
| January | $155,260 | 8.7 |
| December 2022 | $142,817 | 4.5 |
| November 2022 | $136,692 | -4.1 |
| October 2022 | $142,510 | 1.7 |
| September 2022 | $140,078 | 1.3 |
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