Warren County taxpayers paid $38,299 in Countywide Sales Tax in December 2024, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $40,835.
Over the past 12 months, Warren County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $419,520 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 |
|---|---|---|
| December 2024 | $38,299 | -6.2 |
| November 2024 | $40,835 | 11.8 |
| October 2024 | $36,509 | 8.8 |
| September 2024 | $33,564 | 9.7 |
| August 2024 | $30,602 | -0.2 |
| July 2024 | $30,650 | -9.2 |
| June 2024 | $33,753 | 2.9 |
| May 2024 | $32,787 | -10 |
| April 2024 | $36,441 | 5.1 |
| March 2024 | $34,680 | 15.3 |
| February 2024 | $30,066 | -27.3 |
| January 2024 | $41,334 | 0.7 |
