Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a significant increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $165,091.
Over the past 12 months, Vermilion County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| April | $197,015 | 19.3 |
| March | $165,091 | -0.9 |
| February | $166,611 | -18.3 |
| January | $203,973 | 9.6 |
| December 2022 | $186,062 | -0.3 |
| November 2022 | $186,568 | -6.2 |
| October 2022 | $198,840 | 8.7 |
| September 2022 | $182,943 | -1 |
| August 2022 | $184,837 | -7.8 |
| July 2022 | $200,464 | -1.5 |
| June 2022 | $203,617 | 3 |
| May 2022 | $197,680 | 0.6 |
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