Warren County taxpayers paid $100,009 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection stood at $94,905.
Over the past 12 months, Warren County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $1.1 million 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 | $100,009 | 5.4 |
| December 2024 | $94,905 | -6.2 |
| November 2024 | $101,141 | 6 |
| October 2024 | $95,378 | 12.8 |
| September 2024 | $84,569 | 0.6 |
| August 2024 | $84,039 | -0.5 |
| July 2024 | $84,435 | -6.2 |
| June 2024 | $90,026 | 6.9 |
| May 2024 | $84,253 | -7.8 |
| April 2024 | $91,420 | 11.9 |
| March 2024 | $81,679 | 8.3 |
| February 2024 | $75,413 | – |
