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 $8,312.
Over the past 12 months, Henderson County's residents have collectively paid a total of $94,456 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 |
|---|---|---|
| June | $7,071 | -14.9 |
| May | $8,312 | -0.7 |
| April | $8,371 | 11.9 |
| March | $7,479 | 6.4 |
| February | $7,028 | -17.5 |
| January | $8,520 | 11.2 |
| December 2023 | $7,663 | -3.7 |
| November 2023 | $7,959 | -10 |
| October 2023 | $8,843 | 27.8 |
| September 2023 | $6,917 | -12.9 |
| August 2023 | $7,941 | -4.9 |
| July 2023 | $8,352 | 8.3 |
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