Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
Director David Harris | Illinois Department of Revenue
This figure marks a noticeable increase from the previous month, where Countywide Sales Tax collection stood at $183,428.
Over the past 12 months, Vermilion County's residents have collectively paid a total of $2.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| September | $188,085 | 2.5 |
| August | $183,428 | -3.5 |
| July | $190,170 | -5.3 |
| June | $200,890 | 12.6 |
| May | $178,475 | -9.4 |
| 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 |
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