Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable decrease from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $31,274.
Over the past 12 months, Ford County's residents have collectively paid a total of $366,886 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 |
|---|---|---|
| July | $30,939 | -1.1 |
| June | $31,274 | 6 |
| May | $29,491 | 5.9 |
| April | $27,850 | 14.5 |
| March | $24,325 | -11.4 |
| February | $27,463 | -17.5 |
| January | $33,299 | -1.8 |
| December 2022 | $33,917 | -5.6 |
| November 2022 | $35,931 | 7.7 |
| October 2022 | $33,355 | 12.1 |
| September 2022 | $29,749 | 1.6 |
| August 2022 | $29,293 | -9.9 |
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