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 Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $20,929.
Over the past 12 months, Henderson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $261,297 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 |
|---|---|---|
| March | $19,834 | -5.2 |
| February | $20,929 | -12.5 |
| January | $23,922 | 7.1 |
| December 2023 | $22,337 | 1.7 |
| November 2023 | $21,955 | -1.9 |
| October 2023 | $22,379 | 11.8 |
| September 2023 | $20,017 | -4.4 |
| August 2023 | $20,935 | -7 |
| July 2023 | $22,508 | 5.6 |
| June 2023 | $21,307 | -9.2 |
| May 2023 | $23,464 | 8.1 |
| April 2023 | $21,710 | 22 |
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